Description
This book is a young adult memoir by Francisco Jiménez, and it is the sequel to his first book, The Circuit. The book picks up where the first left off, following the author’s life as his family settles in Santa Maria, California, in the 1960s. The narrative details Jiménez’s struggles to adapt to his new surroundings while navigating the challenges of poverty, cultural differences, and discrimination.
The memoir recounts Jiménez’s determination to overcome these obstacles and pursue his education, highlighting his experiences as he works to support his family. The book is a story of perseverance and hope, as he “breaks through” the various barriers in his life to attend college and achieve his dreams.
