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(3) YA Blacktop series. Toni is one "tough-ass chick," who loves to play basketball but struggles to control her temper. Her volatile personality leads her to argue and lash out violently, a habit that threatens her whole team. Still, older reluctant readers for whom this series (Justin) is geared will warm to Toni's good intentions and her ability to make connections through basketball.

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