Eddie's father, two uncles, and best friend are all dead, and it's a struggle for him not to end up the same way. Violence makes Fresno wallow in tears, as if a huge onion were buried beneath the city. Making an effort to walk a straight line despite constant temptations and frustrations, Eddie searches for answers--and discovers that his closest friends may actually be his worst enemies.
Includes a reader's guide and a glossary of Spanish words and phrases.
Eddie's father, two uncles, and best friend are all dead, and it's a struggle for him not to end up the same way. Violence makes Fresno wallow in tears, as if a huge onion were buried beneath the city. Making an effort to walk a straight line despite constant temptations and frustrations, Eddie searches for answers--and discovers that his closest friends may actually be his worst enemies.
Includes a reader's guide and a glossary of Spanish words and phrases.
Buried Onions
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Buried Onions
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| ISBN-13: | 9780152062651 |
|---|---|
| Publisher: | Houghton Mifflin Harcourt |
| Publication date: | 12/01/2006 |
| Edition description: | First Edition |
| Pages: | 176 |
| Sales rank: | 37,025 |
| Product dimensions: | 5.00(w) x 7.00(h) x 0.48(d) |
| Lexile: | 850L (what's this?) |
| Age Range: | 12 - 18 Years |
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