MARILYN REYNOLDS
MARILYN REYNOLDS
Marilyn Reynolds, born in 1947 in New York City, is an accomplished author and educator known for her contributions to young adult literature. With a passion for addressing important social issues and fostering understanding among teens, Reynolds has dedicated her career to inspiring and empowering young readers through her insightful storytelling.
Personal Name: Jeanne Warren Lindsay
MARILYN REYNOLDS Books
(2 Books)
When their mother is called to Iraq with her National Guard Unit, 17-year-old Mario Barajas and his 10-year-old brother, Eddie, move in with their Aunt Carmen. Eddie, hungry for the love of a father, happily soaks up the attention their aunt's boyfriend, Denton, freely gives. Mario is caught up with a girlfriend who is his first love, with high school soccer, and with work. He barely notices as his little brother becomes more and more withdrawn. Then, returning home earlier than expected one evening, he walks in on the terrible secret. Mario must take desperate measures to protect Eddie.
A single mother explains to her son that his daddy left soon after he was born. Includes section with suggestions for answering the question, "Do I have a daddy?"