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Set in Newark, New Jersey, the story follows Rameck, George, and Sampson as they navigate a life that could have led to drug dealing, gangs, and prison. A school presentation opens their eyes to careers in medicine and dentistry, sparking a pact to pursue those paths. With determination and mutual support, the boys confront hardships—poverty, peer pressure, and systemic challenges—yet ultimately succeed in becoming doctors. The narrative offers a powerful, inspiring look at resilience and the transformative power of collective ambition.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Sharon Draper
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