Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
304
Language
English
Published
Jan 3, 2017
Publisher
Crown
Edition
Reprint
ISBN-10
1101903759
ISBN-13
9781101903759
Description
In a gritty exploration of desperation and loyalty, a young boy named East finds himself entwined with the dangerous underbelly of Los Angeles. Tasked with a perilous mission alongside his wayward family members, he navigates a landscape filled with threats and the constant burden of his past. The stark realities of gang life clash with his innocent dreams, forcing East to question where his loyalties lie and the true cost of survival.
Through vivid storytelling, readers are drawn into a world where each decision holds weight and familial ties are simultaneously a source of strength and a heavy anchor. As East grapples with his identity amidst violence and betrayal, the narrative unfolds a gripping tale about the bonds of blood and the search for belonging in a fractured environment. This provocative novel captures the essence of youth caught in a cycle of crime, longing for something more than the life they’ve inherited.
Through vivid storytelling, readers are drawn into a world where each decision holds weight and familial ties are simultaneously a source of strength and a heavy anchor. As East grapples with his identity amidst violence and betrayal, the narrative unfolds a gripping tale about the bonds of blood and the search for belonging in a fractured environment. This provocative novel captures the essence of youth caught in a cycle of crime, longing for something more than the life they’ve inherited.