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Rebound

By: Kwame Alexander
Narrated by: Ron Butler
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From the New York Times best-selling author Kwame Alexander comes Rebound, the dynamic prequel to his Newbery Award-winning novel in verse, The Crossover.

Before Josh and Jordan Bell were streaking up and down the court, their father was learning his own moves. In this prequel to Newbery Medal winner The Crossover, Chuck Bell takes center stage, as listeners get a glimpse of his childhood and how he became the jazz music worshiping basketball star his sons look up to.

A novel in verse with all the impact and rhythm listeners have come to expect from Kwame Alexander, Rebound will go back in time to visit the childhood of Chuck "Da Man" Bell during one pivotal summer when young Charlie is sent to stay with his grandparents, where he discovers basketball and learns more about his family's past.

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"Young Charlie has just lost his father, and narrator Ron Butler clearly conveys his anger and vulnerability.... Butler mainly focuses on depicting Charlie's emotional growth in this story... Butler also gives meaningful portrayals of the minor characters who influence Charlie. Overall, Butler's effective pauses respect the author's poetic form. The last bit of the book shifts into a surprise ending that will delight fans of the earlier novel." (AudioFile)
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A really good book, even though it was short. It made me think about my childhood, family, and my adult life. A must read.

Thought Provoking

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I love this book it is so good it is so addictive to listen to and i love it

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What a poignant story about coming of age, the importance of family, friends, community, and self-identity. At several points, the storying was so gripping and real, I was moved to tears. Young people will love it. Bravo, Kwame!

Poignant

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crazy because I almost didn't listen to this, I felt it was a little immature. But kept listening, this story took me through all the emotions! Glad I finished it!

life lessons

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I enjoyed the the book. Made me remember days growing up in the 80's. Think every young person should read it.

Great Book

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