Book Review

Walter Dean Myers creates a contemporary retelling of Romeo and Juliet in his book Street Love. Myers tells the story from different points of view using free verse poetry. He sets the story in Harlem amidst temptation and drugs. Damien and Junice must decide if they will follow hearts and pursue their love. Myers does an excellent job of telling the story from multiple perspectives and engaging the reader. I strongly recommend this book due to its readability and clean content. This is a good selection for middle level to adult readers.