Walter Dean Myers - Scorpions

Pros: Engrossing plot, realistic dialog, well-drawn strong characters, powerful emotional impact.

Cons: Would have to stretch to find anything significant.

The Bottom Line: This juvenile book provides a can't-stop-reading story and a realistic portrayal of young people facing tough decisions. Great book for parents and children to discuss together.

Review: The final image of the main character in "Scorpions" is both sad and hopeful. What will the future bring? This juvenile fiction book by Walter Dean Myers tells a powerful tale of a boy's loss of control over his own life. Good intentions are corrupted...