The Boyz
The Boyz by Yolanda Smallwood is an illustrated work published by iUniverse in October 2013, comprising 286 pages. This narrative follows Ken Sandstone, a young boy grappling with the absence of a strong father figure after his mother separates him from his dad. As Ken navigates a new city and school, he faces feelings of loneliness and awkwardness, while also forming new friendships and discovering love.
Readers will find a story that delves into themes of family dynamics, personal growth, and the challenges of adolescence. As Ken struggles with anger and bitterness, he pushes away those closest to him, including friends and family. The journey explores his path toward redemption, emphasizing the importance of forgiveness and love in overcoming life’s difficulties. This edition presents a vivid portrayal of Ken’s quest to become the good man he aspires to be.
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It’s not easy growing up to become a good man, especially without a strong father figure for guidance. When Ken Sandstone was a child, his mother took him away from his father. Ken and his two siblings disagree on the split-up. Ken misses his father, the man he considered his hero. Meanwhile, his brother, James, and sister, Lonnie, want nothing to do with their father.
In a new city and a new school, Ken feels lonely and awkward. He misses his father and his friends back home. To his surprise, however, he finds a new friend in Bubba and the love of his life in Patrice. As Ken grows to manhood, though, he encounters many troubles in life and must learn his lessons the hard way.
Ken grows angry and bitter, taking his ire out on those he loves. He pushes away Bubba, Patrice, and even his own family. His chosen path leads him to a life of torment and disappointment, but Ken’s life is not over yet. With the help of forgiveness and lifelong love, he can be saved and become the good man he always hoped to be.
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