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After his sister Tina is killed in a drive‑by shooting, Teddy Anderson plans revenge against the local gang. He is arrested for attempted homicide and sentenced to California’s juvenile prison system. A probation program led by Officer Mariana Diaz places him in a rehabilitation program where he tutors Micah, a twelve‑year‑old foster child and would‑be gang member without family support. While Teddy hides his hacking skills and continues to plot vengeance, Micah’s need for love and trust may heal the wounds of both boys and their families.
First publish date: 2007
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Alan Lawrence Sitomer
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