The Code: The 5 Secrets of Teen Success

Mawi Asgedom

Oct 2007 · Sold by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

About this ebook

Overcoming a childhood beset by civil war in East Africa and living on welfare in Chicago, the author grew up to attend Harvard on scholarship. Asgedom shares his experiences, insights, and five proven secrets that will help teens succeed in high school and beyond.

Ratings and reviews

This book is out of order. Yes, it did give helpful tips on how to be successful although everything was everywhere! The storyline was horrible even though it was true events but some things like that, children don't Want to read. And somethings don't connect with him successeding in Harvard. Maybe this book deserves more like a 2. I say this because it's hard to try getting the story playing in your head and because this is personal stuff you should be keeping to yourself. I know some parts of the book is important. I even contact some of my friends about the book and they said it wasn't good at all or that it needs a little bit of improvment and that it dosent make sence! So there is my review a big old 2

About the author

Mawi Asgedom graduated from Harvard University and delivered the commencement address at his graduation in 1999. Now 25 years old, he is a successful inspirational speaker for students, community groups, and businesses.