From almost the beginning, this book is obviously about a struggle--to rise, to do better, yet also to not lose the important things from your life, such as friends, family, culture.
Gil's attempt to escape the poverty of his life through a prep school is clearly going to be a struggle. His first day is primarily a tortured survival effort, with only a couple of bright spots. Even traveling home is a challenge.
Will he survive to triumph? Or will all the negative aspects of this new school year overwhelm his dreams?
Gil's attempt to escape the poverty of his life through a prep school is clearly going to be a struggle. His first day is primarily a tortured survival effort, with only a couple of bright spots. Even traveling home is a challenge.
Will he survive to triumph? Or will all the negative aspects of this new school year overwhelm his dreams?