The Hoopster
The Hoopster
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2005
Book Brief
218
Novel • Fiction
Los Angeles, California • Contemporary
2005
YA
12-18 years
750L
Super Short Summary
Set in modern-day Los Angeles, Alan Lawrence Sitomer’s The Hoopster follows Andre Anderson, an African-American teen with a talent for basketball and a passion for writing. When assigned to write a personal essay on racism for his internship at Affairs magazine, Andre's life is drastically altered by a violent gang of white supremacists. The story addresses themes of racism, prejudice, friendship, and resilience. The novel includes scenes of racial violence.
Gritty
Inspirational
Emotional
Challenging
Heartwarming
Reviews & Readership
912 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
Reviews for Alan Lawrence Sitomer's The Hoopster praise its engaging storyline and the authentic voice of the protagonist, making it relatable for young adults. Critics commend its exploration of race and identity. However, some mention a predictable plot and underdeveloped secondary characters. Overall, it's an inspiring read with important themes for teens.
Who Should Read The Hoopster?
A reader who enjoys The Hoopster by Alan Lawrence Sitomer is likely a young adult interested in dynamic storytelling that combines basketball, racial identity, and personal growth. Similar readers may appreciate Angie Thomas’s The Hate U Give for its exploration of social issues and Walter Dean Myers’s Slam! for its sports theme.
912 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
218
Novel • Fiction
Los Angeles, California • Contemporary
2005
YA
12-18 years
750L
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