by Benjamin Alire Saenz
Libby audiobook 9 hours
Read by Robert Ramirez
Published: 2006
Genre: YA historical realistic fiction
Set in 1968, this story was intriguing in some ways. Lots of foreshadowing at the start, some interesting character development, . . . but way way way too much swearing for me. Lots of F bombs and other harsh language. It was realistic but incredibly unpleasant to listen to. I got about a third of the way through the book (3+ hours) and decided it was okay to stop listening.
I liked how smart and sensitive Sammy's dad was. I liked Sammy's different perspective on life (compared to his peers). I liked learning what the foreshadowing was leading to . . . even though I didn't like what it led to.
Audiobook thing - "Beefas" ??? Is that the kid's name?
