G Child and Jessica became best friends in the park sandbox. But instead of graduating to Barbie dolls and gymnastics lessons, the two girls are initiated into their local gang—and into smoking, doing drugs and defending their turf. A raw and unflinching look at gang life that exposes it for what it is—and isn’t—this is a story that speaks powerfully and credibly to every teen who has ever thought about life in a gang. In her first novel, Canadian Bernardo creates well-drawn characters and dialogue written in the language of the street.

Please note that some of these novels contain explicit treatment of sexuality, drug culture, and violence. Teachers should always read material before suggesting it to students. Not all of these titles will be appropriate for all students in the class.

Contains 5 books.