Summary

In Chapter 6, “High School,” throughout high school, Andrés wanted to be like his white peers. “White was safe,” while “Black was different” (61, 62). As a Latino, Andrés was unsure where he fit in. Over the years, being “liked by everyone” became a drug (63).

The first time Andrés and Jeremy met, they got into a fight over a seat. Paul made comments. Simone felt sorry for Andrés when he got punished.

In Chapter 7, “Mom & Dad,” the morning after the reunion, Rosario questions Andrés about the event. He is evasive. Rosario thanks Andrés for coming to “take care” of them (69). She feels grateful, but guilty, insisting he can “go back to the city” if he wants (69). Andrés insists on staying to support her in the wake of Álvaro’s surgery. Then he tells her about Simone, which she says...