Solo by Kwame Alexander

Ideal for: 8th-10th graders

Rating: 9/10

This is a great book by Kwame Alexander, author of Booked, and Crossover. It is a extraordinary book full of poems, and is about the son of a rockstar. It is more of an YA version of the his first few books, and will definitely meet your expectations.

“A contemporary hero’s journey, brilliantly told.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review

“A rhythmic, impassioned ode to family, identity, and the history of rock and roll.” —Booklist, starred review

“Many readers will identify with Blade’s struggle to find his place in a family where he feels like an outsider.” —Publishers Weekly