Takedown (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781442463127)

A teen infiltrates a drug ring to settle a vendetta in this fast-paced novel from the author of Street Pharm and Snitch.

Darren took the fall for Diamond Tony, the notorious head of the city's drug cartel. Two years later, Darren's finally out of juvie--and determined to get even.

Working as an informant for the police, Darren infiltrates Diamond Tony's operation. But falling for sweet, innocent Jessica was not part of that plan. She's a distraction--and a liability. She's also everything Darren dreamed about while he was locked up, and with her, he has the promise of a fresh start.

When a deadly turf war breaks out between Diamond Tony and the Bloods, Darren gets caught in the crossfire. The cops think he's playing both sides, and any mistake could be his last. Darren has to stay on his game if he's going to protect Jessica--and if he's going to stay alive.

Author: Allison Van Diepen
ISBN-10: 1442463120
ISBN-13: 9781442463127
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Language: English
Published: 09/03/2013
Pages: 288
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.55lbs
Size: 8.20h x 5.50w x 0.80d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 3.9
Point Value: 7
Interest Level: Upper Grade
Quiz #/Name: 160662 / Takedown


Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 10/01/2013 pg. 130
Voice of Youth Advocates 12/01/2013 pg. 67 - Recommended - Readable
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2014 pg. 129 - Recommended, Satisfactory