About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their mature teenager is grappling with questions about extreme systemic failure, the complexity of human morality, or the harsh realities of those living on the fringe of society. It is an unflinching look at the lives of three displaced youths: Boobie, a fifteen year old girl struggling with addiction, her boyfriend who has committed a violent crime, and a younger boy caught in their orbit. Together, they are on a desperate flight toward a potential sanctuary while caring for a baby. This is a gritty, heavy hitting narrative that explores the thin line between survival and humanity. Parents should choose this for teens who are ready to engage with dark, realistic fiction that does not offer easy answers but instead provides a profound look at the necessity of hope and the weight of trauma. It is strictly for older readers due to its intense subject matter including violence, drug use, and exploitation.
