Yummy: The Last Days of a Southside Shorty

Name: Yummy: The Last Days of a Southside Shorty
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Book Synopsis: Eleven-year old Roger is trying to make sense of his classmate Robert "Yummy" Sandifer's death, but first he has to make sense of Yummy's life. Yummy could be as tough as a pit bull sometimes. Other times he was as sweet as the sugary treats he loved to eat. Was Yummy some sort of monster, or just another kid? As Roger searches for the truth, he finds more and more questions. How did Yummy end up in so much trouble? Did he really kill someone? And why do all the answers seem to lead back to a gang-the same gang to which Roger's older brother belongs? Yummy: The Last Days of a Southside Shorty is a compelling graphic dramatization based on events that occurred in Chicago in 1994. This gritty exploration of youth gang life will force readers to question their own understandings of good and bad, right and wrong.

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Discover a powerful and gripping tale with Yummy: The Last Days of a Southside Shorty. This compelling graphic dramatization takes you on a journey through the life and death of Robert "Yummy" Sandifer, a complex eleven-year-old boy. Was he a misunderstood monster or just another kid? Join Roger, Yummy's classmate, as he unravels the truth behind Yummy's troubled existence.

With Yummy: The Last Days of a Southside Shorty, you'll delve into the gritty reality of youth gang life in Chicago in 1994. This thought-provoking book will challenge your perceptions of good and bad, right and wrong. Through this story, you'll question the impact of environment, upbringing, and choices in shaping a person's life.

Immerse yourself in the captivating narrative as Roger uncovers the dark secrets surrounding Yummy's involvement with a notorious gang - the very same gang his own brother is a part of. As Roger searches for answers, you'll be hooked by the gripping twists and turns that await.

Prepare to be taken on an emotional rollercoaster as you witness the stark contrasts within Yummy's personality. From ferocious toughness reminiscent of a pit bull, to the innocent sweetness he displayed while indulging in his favorite sugary treats, you'll find yourself contemplating the complexities of human nature.

Don't miss out on this eye-opening exploration of a true story. Yummy: The Last Days of a Southside Shorty is a must-read for anyone seeking a profound understanding of the forces that shape lives and the lines that blur between right and wrong. To embark on this gripping journey of self-reflection, click here now.

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