Joseph Johnson grew up in church, got good grades in school, and seemed on track to become a college graduate and a successful professional. But he wasn't willing to give up his secret "thug life" and the street cred that seemed to authenticate him as a young Black man... When a confrontation spins out of control, Joseph finds himself in prison for attempted murder. His family is shattered by grief, his future is drained of hope. Is redemption really possible?
"The new Small Group Edition offers discussion questions at the end of every chapter, while retaining the Book Club Questions...