Sophomore Cole Renner knows teamwork from cross-country. But when his activist father is jailed, Cole's world turns upside down. Assigned to write poems after tagging the school with graffiti, Cole uses his words to fight for his father, his best friend Felipe, and his fellow students.
Caught between friendships, relationships, and standing up for what's right, Cole learns that actions matter, but so do words. Will he find the strength to brave the elements and not get passed in the chute? A timely story for teens interested in social justice, activism, and finding their voice. Perfect for fans of realistic YA fiction with diverse characters.