A review by cris_bookreader
Kinda Like Brothers by Coe Booth

5.0

If sixth grade isn’t hard enough, throw in a new set of foster children and try telling the girl of your dreams that you really like her. This summer was supposed to be the best summer ever for Jarrett, yet when Kevon and his sister Treasure entered their lives, everything took an unexpected turn. In the beginning, many people referred to Jarrett and Kevon as cousins. At one point, they even referred to themselves as family friends. Yet, the two boys living under one roof were brought together due to the kindness of Jarrett’s mother, whom often cared for foster children. Although Jarrett got along with Treasure and the other foster children in his home, his relationship with Kevon was not an easy one. It was also the first time Jarrett had to share his personal space with a foster child slightly older than him. Jarrett felt as though Kevon constantly encroached on their lives turning them into adversaries. As they spent more time together both at home and at the Center, they slowly learned to understand and gradually accept each other.

Tender and heartwarming, Booth brings to life the story of how foster families build their relationships despite personal struggles and hardships. This inside look into diverse and unique blended families is well-suited for children ages 11 to 14 years of age.