Books like Forged by fire by Sharon M. Draper
In 1990s Mount Pleasant, Gerald encounters the highs and lows of teenage life: high school basketball success, the loss of a close friend, and the looming threat of a violent stepfather. While sister Angel channels her energy into dance, Gerald faces the brutal realities of poverty and child abuse. Drawing on love, resilience, and a supportive community, he confronts his past and confronts his stepfather alone, ultimately finding his own strength and a hopeful future.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: Young Adult Fiction/YA Contemporary Fiction
Authors: Sharon M. Draper
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