The Battle of Jericho

Picture this a world where you will even give your life to be in the Warriors of Distinction, the oldest and most exclusive club in school. Sharon M. Draper intrigued me with the fact that whenever people really want something they will probably give their own life for it if necessary.
One possible theme for this book remains that your biggest dream can cost something really precious. Jericho the main character in the novel, has always wanted to become part of the Warriors of Distinction, the oldest and most exclusive club in his school. He wants this mainly because just being a pledge wins him the attention of Arielle, one of the hottest girls in his class, whom he's been too shy even to talk to before now.
Draper's writing style draws the reader into this world full of grieve and pain, with her vivid descriptions, and her word choice assists in moving the plot along quickly. For instance, one can hardly turn a page without a conversation turning into sadness, which keeps the characters voices very sad. This story is first person point of view, though allowing the reader to also experienced it like first person point of view.
The setting for the novel, takes place in Los Angeles, California. In a time where everyone wanted to become part of the Warriors of Distinction. Everyone beliefs that this group, those only do good things for the school, and that it makes the student's tough and strong and proud of thereselves.
This novels reminds me of November Blues, were November wanted to do anything and everything just so that she could feel acepted in school. November the main character of this book and Jericho, both want to do everything to achieve their dreams.
I would recommend this novel to anyone who enjoys sad stories. It you enjoy November Blues, you will definitely enjoy The Battle of Jericho, by the same author.