Secret Saturdays
By Torrey Maldonado
(Putnam Juvenile, Hardcover, 9780399251580, 208pp.)
Publication Date: April 15, 2010
Other Editions of This Title: Google eBook, Paperback
Categories: Boys / Men, Social Issues - Friendship
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A poignant look into one fatherless twelve-year-old's struggles with friendship and trust.
Sean is Justin's best friend, at least Justin thought he was. But lately Sean has been acting differently. Sean's been telling lies, getting into trouble at school, and hanging out with a tougher crowd, even getting into fights. This isn't like Sean at all.
When Justin finally discovers that Sean's been secretly going to visit his father in prison and is dealing with the shame of that, Justin wants to do something to help before his friend spirals further out of control. But what if confronting Sean means Justin loses his very best friend? In the end, he decides it doesn't matter; he's got to man up.
Set in one of New York's most dangerous neighborhoods, Secret Saturdays is an affecting read highlighted by strong characters and an authentic, heartening voice.
Torrey Maldonado is a teacher born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, where he still lives. Secret Saturdays is inspired by his life and the experiences of his students.
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