Summary of Breaking Through Concrete

Breaking Through Concrete by Katherine Bibb tells the story of Allen, a young African American man from the Eastside of Baltimore. After the death of his father in a senseless act of violence, Allen is determined to make the most of his circumstances and take control of his life. With the help of his mentor, William, Allen is determined to use his passion for basketball to break through the concrete barriers that life has set up around him. Along the way, he realizes that a strong support system, perseverance, and faith are essential to achieving his dreams of becoming a successful basketball player and, ultimately, a better life for himself and his family.