[.ca] The Pact (ISBN 1565116518)

From Amazon.com:
As teenagers from a rough part of Newark, New Jersey, Sampson Davis, Rameck Hunt, and George Jenkins had nothing special going for them except loving mothers (one of whom was a drug user) and above-average intelligence. Their first stroke of luck was testing into University High, one of Newark's three magnet high schools, and their second was finding each other. They were busy staying out of trouble (most of the time), and discovering the usual ways to skip class and do as little schoolwork as possible, when a recruitment presentation on Seton Hall University reignited George's childhood dream of becoming a dentist. The college was offering a tempting assistance package for minorities in its Pre-Medical/Pre-Dental Plus Program. George convinced his two friends to go to college with him. They would help each other through. None of them would be allowed to drop out and be reabsorbed by the Newark streets. Although this inspiring and easy-to-read book would be enjoyed by any teenager or educator, it seems perfect for minority youth, especially young men of junior high and high school age, who may lack more immediate role models. If the ordinary boys who made this pact could survive college and medical school by sticking together, then so can others. --Regina Marler

Wonderful:
I saw these gentleman on TV and was so impressed with their story that I bought the book. Little did I know my son would read it before I did. I have a 12 year old son that HATES to read. I finally found a book that kept his interest! Not only does the book have characters that he can identify with (somewhat), the writers are describing situations that really happened to them and what the consequences were in their own words. The book is uplifting and, hopefully, makes my son realize that the world is his if he accepts the challenge, just like the three young men in the book. THANK YOU Sampson, Rameck and George!

OUTSTANDING BOOK ABOUT THE POWER OF A PLAN:
I will definitely be giving this book to every young African American male that I know. It's such a powerful testimony of the power of the people that you surround yourself with and a plan.

Inspiring!:
I was pleased to read a book about three African-American men, from disadvantaged backgrounds, who'd beat the odds.They supported each other through thick and thin, and fulfilled their dream of becoming Doctors.They remained humble and are giving back by helping people who are at a disadvantage. They are positive, beautiful, and successful young men. God has truly gave the three Doctors a great annointing. I wish more people would read this book.I was upset when I read the last page. I did not want the book to end! The Doctors are a true inspiration. May God continue to bless them.

Inspirational:
A very special friend of mine gave me this book. As I read it I realized why he had given it to me. I am currently applying to Graduate School at Harvard. While going through this process I have questioned whether someone like me who came from a 'bad' neighborhood can make it to Harvard. This book has truly inspired me to reach my ultimate goal which is Harvard. It has futher confirmed my true calling to work with kids like me from the innercity. If you know someone who needs to be inspired give them this book. Also, for educators this is a great read not only for your students but for yourself.

A HAPPY ENDING:
This book was very informative. I really loved this book not only because they are from my hometown Newark, New Jersey. But it was an interesting novel. They came from the ghetto and turned out to be very distinguished gentlemen. I am so happy I read a sucess story from my hometown. I recommend this book to people that feel is though there is no way out in the ghetto when there actually is.