Golden Boy

The book that I’m reading this quarter is called “Golden Boy”. The main character Habo is bullied and neglected by some of his family because he’s albino. This story takes place in Africa. Habo’s father left the family after Habo was born. In the story Habo’s family moves are to Manzwana for more job opportunities. Habo’s oldest brother stays behind so he can make the family more money, instead of waiting to find work in Manzwana. On there way to Manzwana, Habo feels more and more out of place. His brother Chui acts as if they aren’t family and constantly is making fun of him. His sister Alsiri is always there for him no matter what. In Africa some believe that albinos are magical. They start to hunt Habo down, so they can sell his body parts for profit. Habo wishes he could have a normal life, and experience experience everything. Habo runs away from his family to get the experience of feeling free. He doesn’t want his skin tone to hinder him back anymore.

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  1. Great post! I haven't read this one yet, but it sounds like a good story.

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