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greenidmnstr's review against another edition
4.0
Bunny Thompson is a basketball prodigy. At 16 years old he is already being scouted by colleges that promise him riches and fame in return for his skills on the court. Looking forward to success and being able to support his struggling family, Bunny focuses on getting better than ever and seizing any opportunity that will land him on top. After Bunny trades out Whitman High for the more affluent St. Sebastian, his best friend Nasir won't speak to him and his hometown shuns him. And even though he realizes it's a much better opportunity for him, Bunny struggles to reconcile the decision that will help him reach his goals with the devastation of losing his friend. Nasir on the other hand feels betrayed and has more pressing things to worry about like the impending eviction of his cousin, Wallace. As both boys struggle with their own turmoils, they long for a friendship that may be too far gone. Told from the perspectives of both Bunny and Nasir, the book explores how difficult it is to navigate between your own desires, the perception of others, and doing what's right. A wonderfully crafted YA novel, [b:After The Shot Drops|31179039|After The Shot Drops|Randy Ribay|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1502746493l/31179039._SY75_.jpg|51817655] deals with themes of friendship, family, and sacrifice. This engaging read keeps you hooked and wanting more with every page.
4saradouglas's review against another edition
3.0
Overall it was pretty good. The beginning caught my attention, but I seem to have a lower opinion of this novel than most people. I thought the last 40% or so of the book dragged a bit, and the end was super predictable.
tbr_trepidation's review
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
nklosty's review against another edition
5.0
A story that grabbed my attention right away. Bunny's problem must happen quite often, and I can only imagine how the choices he makes would impact my life. 95
jwinchell's review against another edition
5.0
This book breathes basketball and it breathes life! There's so much play-by-play and color commentary I felt like I was watching each game. The alternating chapters stitch together Nasir and Bunny's perspectives and move along the fast-paced narrative. Each of the 3 main characters (Nasir, Bunny, and Wallace) navigate their neighborhood and options and futures differently; the struggle and the heartbreak is real. The end--man, I did not see that coming! The hype and lauding that's surrounding this book, that it's in the spirit of Walter Dean Myers, Matt de la Pena, Jason Reynolds? I concur. Highly recommended.
goosemixtapes's review against another edition
4.0
oh MY god this is a good book. i was told excellent things about this book and ALL of them are true
chmckinnon's review against another edition
3.0
I agree with another reviewer that I'm reaching my limit of African American characters going to white private schools--The Hate U Give, Dear Martin, and now this... it all feels very familiar
shinesalot's review against another edition
4.0
Bunny and Nasir have been best friends forever, until Bunny accepts a basketball scholarship at a fancy private school on the other side of town and Nasir feels betrayed at the deepest level. Even though Bunny's basketball skills are good enough to propel him to possible professional level, he misses his friend. While Nasir deals with the loss of his friend, his cousin, Wallace is about to be evicted from his apartment with his grandmother and asks Nasir for help. This story covers some of the most basic, but important kinds of friendship issues that teenagers face. Each chapter alternates between Bunny and Nasir's perspective and the pacing keeps readers wanting more as the story develops.
Hard to put down, engaging, and both boys are just really likable guys, so want you to find out how everything turns out for them both. Great read - easy to put in the hands of teens.
Hard to put down, engaging, and both boys are just really likable guys, so want you to find out how everything turns out for them both. Great read - easy to put in the hands of teens.