Timothy is on probation. It's a strange word—something that happens to other kids, to delinquents, not to kids like him. And yet, he is under house arrest for the next year. He must check in weekly with a probation officer and a therapist, and keep a journal for an entire year. But when he must take drastic measures to help his struggling family, staying out of trouble proves more difficult than Timothy ever thought it…
4.2Overall Score
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Reader's Review A moving and raw narrative of the struggles of a young man as he deals with the consequences of stealing money to support his family. Along the way he struggles to deal with ...
Reader’s Review
A moving and raw narrative of the struggles of a young man as he deals with the consequences of stealing money to support his family. Along the way he struggles to deal with his strong emotions, the loss of his father and his love for special needs baby brother. Lots of great themes to discuss, but some romance and questionable decisions may make this a better choice for older children.
To look out for
- Islamic Values: Timothy finds himself in house arrest after stealing a wallet. He also drives a car without permission, breaking the rules of his house arrest, in order to save his baby brother’s life. Timothy’s father leave his family after the birth of his second son who has severe physical challenges.
- Romance: Timothy grows to like his best friend’s sister. They spend time together, and gets comfort from her presence. He puts his head on her shoulder.
- Language: Use of word ‘crap’
- Violence: Graphic descriptions of the challenges Timothy’s brother has breathing
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