The Brave
Overview & Summary
Sonny Bear, a troubled Native American teenager with a violent temper, leaves the reservation for New York City hoping to build a career as a boxer, but instead becomes entangled with a corrupt fight promoter and a dangerous world of exploitation that tests both his discipline and his character. Robert Lipsyte's novel continues the themes of his earlier boxing novel The Contender with a new protagonist confronting his own demons.
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Who This Book Is For
Recommended for High school students (Grades 9–12) working on English Literature. Fits students building reading confidence, vocabulary, and strong comprehension.
Why CE Recommends This Book
Selected for Academic Enrichment & Readiness. Pushing slightly beyond standard classroom expectations, this title widens vocabulary, supports steady Lexile growth, and builds the academic rigor needed for advanced middle and high school courses.
