Fast Break

Fast Break 

The book Fast Break is about a kid named Jayson Barnes who lived in Moreland, North Carolina and loves basketball. He lived in an apartment by himself because his mom passed away so he stole food to keep himself alive. One day he went to foot locker to get some shoes, or try to steal them but got caught. They called the cops to get him and asked where his guardian was and they eventually found out that he lived alone. They told him that they were going to put him into a foster house and stay there until someone wants to adopt him. Eventually a couple called the Lawtons (who are wealthy) wanted to adopt Jayson and so they did. He had to move to the the city close by to the one he used to live in which he didn't want to because of his friends. He eventually played for a private school which he'll try to help them win a championship. He then starts talking to this girl in his school named Zoe who is popular and plays soccer which he likes to talk to. He starts to have problem with her which messes their friendship and makes Jayson feel miserable but he starts to focus more on basketball. Now you need to find out if his friendship with Zoe doesn't fall apart and if he helps his team make the championship.