Hands
Torrey Maldonado
Twelve-year-old Trev wants to protect his family, especially his mother, from his violent stepfather. Learning that his stepfather may leave jail pushes him toward boxing because he believes fighting is his only way to help. At the same time, Trev weighs using his hands to make art instead. Adults around him challenge his plan, and he comes to understand that his community is his greatest source of strength.
This book appears on 4 reading lists across 2 editions from 4 organizations.
