Nando's Slim Chance
- ISBN-10
- 197694080X
- ISBN-13
- 9781976940804
- Pages
- 229
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2018-01-19
- Author
- Kirk Reeve
Description
Twelve-year-old Nando Medina, a middle school student in the Boyle Heights neighborhood of Los Angeles, weighs 198 pounds and has the emotional scars to prove it. Getting jumped by school bullies is his immediate worry, but there is also critical Papa who is frequently on his case about being fat. In addition, there are his twin cousins who tease and punch, plus girls at school who are quick to give him the brush-off. He's lonely and depressed, and home is the only place where he feels safe. When one of his nightmares becomes a reality, he's presented with an opportunity to do something that could completely change his lifestyle. When you read about him, you'll learn of his decision and all that it leads to. Hang on tight, though! It's quite a ride!
