PublisherArthur A. LevineImprintArthur A. LevineISBN
9780545151337
Awards and Honors2011 ALA Best Fiction for Young Adults; Children's Book Committee Bank Street College of Education Children's Choices - Best Books of 2011, Coming of Age, ages 12-14; Publishers Weekly Best Children’s Books 2010, Fiction
Pancho is reserved, angry, and determined to avenge his sister's death. D.Q. is effusive, optimistic, and determined to complete his philosophical Death Warrior Manifesto before brain cancer kills him. When they meet at St. Anthony's orphanage, they become unlikely best friends. Then they fall for the same girl.
Summary Seventeen-year-old Pancho is bent on avenging the senseless death of his sister, but after he meets D.Q., who is dying of cancer, and Marisol, one of D.Q.’s caregivers, both boys find their lives changed by their interactions.
Topics Revenge. Cancer. Orphans. Friendship. Mexican Americans. New Mexico. Alternative medicine.
SRC Level 4.700000
SRC Points 21.000000
Lexile HL640L
Trim Size 5 1/2" x 8 1/4"
JLG Span Spring
Language English
Publication date 2010-02-28
JLG Release Date Apr 2010
Minimum grade 11
Maximum grade 12
Reading level High
Format Print
Mature Young Adult Plus (Grades 11 & Up)
Mature Young Adult Plus
Mature Young Adult Plus (Grades 11 & Up)
For Grades 11 & Up
Filled with stimulating nonfiction and can't-put-it-down fiction, this category is perfect for bridging the gap between young adult and adult reading. Take note: these 14 selections often contain mature situations and language that could be considered controversial.