About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is grappling with the weight of expectations that clash with their true nature. Whether it is a talent they are told to hide or a part of their identity that feels at odds with family tradition, this story provides a safe space to explore the internal conflict of 'fitting in' versus 'being oneself.' Set in 1921, the story follows Luke, a boy whose natural left-handedness is viewed as a moral failing by his fundamentalist preacher father. As Luke discovers a phenomenal gift for pitching, he must navigate the intense guilt of defying his father's religious convictions to embrace his own potential. It is a powerful choice for middle schoolers facing pressure to conform, offering a historical lens on very modern feelings of shame and the courage required to stand up for one's own identity. It is ultimately a story about the difficult but necessary path toward independence.
