About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when they sense their teenage son is struggling with the silent weight of social hierarchies or experimenting with substances to escape the pressure of expectations. It follows Paul Walden, a self-proclaimed beta lobster who prefers cruising under the radar with his friends and music. The story explores the delicate intersection of identity, masculine pressure, and the slippery slope of casual drug use. It is a raw, frank look at the modern high school experience that avoids being preachy while highlighting the consequences of checking out from reality. It is best suited for older teens, ages 14 and up, who are navigating the complex transition into adulthood.
