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"Maldonado excels at depicting realistic and authentic interactions between middle school boys."--School Library Journal (starred review) A Washington Post Best Children's Book of 2018! Tight: Lately Bryan's been feeling it in all kinds of ways. He knows what's tight for him in a good way--reading comics, drawing superheroes, and hanging out with no drama. But drama's hard to escape where he's from, and that gets him wound up tight. And now Bryan's new friend Mike is challenging him to have fun in ways that are crazy risky. At first, it's a rush following Mike, hopping turnstiles, subway surfing, and getting into all kinds of trouble. But Bryan never feels right acting wrong. So which way will he go when he understands that drama is so not his style? Fortunately his favorite comic heroes shed light on his dilemma, reminding him that he has power--the power to choose his friends and to stand up for what he believes is right . . . Torrey Maldonado delivers a fast-paced, insightful, dynamic story. Readers will connect with Bryan's journey as he navigates a tough world with a heartfelt desire for a different life. Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Nancy Paulsen Books


Publication date ‏ : ‎ August 27, 2019


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Print length ‏ : ‎ 192 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1524740578


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 73


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 5 ounces


Reading age ‏ : ‎ 10 - 13 years


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.08 x 0.51 x 7.76 inches


Grade level ‏ : ‎ 5 - 6


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    • Good Read, Heavier Themes
Format: Paperback
My 12-year old enjoyed this book overall. However, it's not one of those lighthearted funny teen stories. This book teaches valuable lessons about coming of age, friendship, and the trials that can come with choosing the wrong friends. My son and I both agree that the way the book went about teaching those lessons was a bit heavy. There is some violence in here. If it were a tv show, it would be a dark teen drama. If your child, like mine, prefers to keep it light, it won't be their favorite, but they will likely appreciate it. Overall, my son feels it was well written, and would consider reading another of the author's books. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 14, 2023 by just__yaz
    • Great book for youth!
Format: Paperback
I truly love this book by Torrey Maldonado! We host a Bookclub every Thursday and the boys spent a good time on this book. They absolutely loved the characters, story plot and real life scenarios and discussions we were able to have about this book! The author Torrey Maldonado is one down to earth man I must say! Our book club had the honor and privilege to meet Torrey on our zoom call! He did a reading and Q&A with our Youth! Shared out some of his life experiences which made him so authentic! He truly showed up in a major way that impacted these kids lives forever! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2021 by Nelson
    • 10Year Old Loved It
Format: Paperback
Bought this for my 10 year old and we read a little each night. He loved this book. So much so he requested more books by the author so we will be trying another. I liked the overall concept and moral of the story for young boys learning to maneuver peer pressure, bullying and the likes. At the same time the book was appropriate enough to address these concerns in a simplistic everyday light. Good read for young boys. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2022 by QueenRinda
    • Excellent MG Read!
Format: Hardcover
Bryan and Mike are brought together to form a friendship when Bryan’s parents believe he would be a good friend for their son. Both boys enjoy comics and superheroes, but Bryan finds he he is faced with some tough choices when with Mike. #middleschool #middleschoolela #middleschoolteacher #integrity #7thgrade ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 22, 2019 by Jennifer
    • Best purchase
Format: Paperback
Please make sure y’all get this book. You gonna love it
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2025 by Keniesha Folkes
    • Loved this book
Format: Paperback
My 9yr old son loved this book. Look forward to ordering more. My son was entertained and was able to follow along and relate back to me what he read.
Reviewed in the United States on October 26, 2023 by Kee
    • 10 year old son is enjoying it!
Format: Paperback
I purchased this along with a few other titles to open him up to other genres and expose him to the different ways people live. He has enjoyed how the boys talk and asks questions about life where they live, and the life lessons in the story I hope will speak to him and give him something to think about. We are reading it together but he also reads ahead. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2020 by Kindle Customer
    • Awesome read with your tween
Format: Hardcover
We were introduced to the author and this book through a reading assignment in Newswela. The article about the author intrigued my 10 year old daughter enough to inquire about reading the book. Each night we read it together, excited to get to the next chapters. There was some slang that we had the opportunity to use the Urban dictionary to learn new words. Can’t wait to read another book by this author! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2019 by Vivian

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