In the gritty, unforgiving streets of the Bronx, Tyrell's life teeters on the brink of chaos. At fifteen, he shoulders burdens too heavy for his young shoulders: a father in jail, a family crammed into a homeless shelter, and the constant battle against the temptation to follow in his father's doomed footsteps. Booth's razor-sharp prose cuts to the heart of a young man's struggle, painting a vivid portrait of a life on the edge. Tyrell's journey is a relentless quest for a better future, driven by dreams that seem just out of reach and a love that feels unworthy. Amidst the turmoil, his story is a beacon of hope and resilience, a testament to the strength found in the face of adversity. Coe Booth crafts a world so real and raw, it's palpable. "Tyrell" is not just a story of survival, but of the fight to find dignity and purpose in a world that often seems devoid of both. As Tyrell navigates the treacherous paths of love, loyalty, and ambition, he confronts the ultimate question: can he break free from the cycle of despair, or is he destined to repeat the sins of his father? With each page, Booth challenges the reader to look beyond the surface, to find the humanity within the struggle. This is a powerful, unflinching look at the realities of life for many young people today, and a debut that resonates with truth, heart, and the indomitable spirit of youth.