November Blues

by Sharon Draper
Lexile:  770
Genre:  Realistic Fiction

Jericho and November are two teenagers struggling with grief after the death of their cousin and boyfriend, Josh.  Jericho used to love the trumpet, but can no longer play so instead turns to football as a way to work out his anger.  November has learned that in addition to the loss of Josh, her life is going to change forever, as she is pregnant and has to face the fact that she will be raising her child alone, without Josh.  Jericho has promised to be there for her in every way he can.  But will he be ready for this challenge?