About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager feels overshadowed by more boisterous personalities or feels like a supporting character in their own life. Frankie Neumann lives in a family of loud, eccentric performers where his quiet, introverted nature makes him feel invisible. To find his own space, he begins creating secret, large scale street art inspired by a mysterious local artist named Mad Dog. This hybrid novel, which blends traditional prose with dynamic graphic novel sequences, explores the delicate balance between creative expression and the risks of rebellion. It deals with themes of sibling rivalry, the ethics of art, and the courage it takes to claim an identity separate from your family. It is a perfect choice for middle and high schoolers who are looking for a way to turn their internal world into something tangible and meaningful.
