Mean Little People by Paige Dearth (2017, Trade Paperback)

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Book TitleMean Little People

Number of Pages504 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2017

TopicComing of Age

GenreFiction

AuthorPaige Dearth

FormatTrade Paperback

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Item Height1.3 in

Item Weight29.7 Oz

Item Length9 in

Item Width6 in

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SynopsisWhen he's seven years old, Tony Bruno nearly dies-by hanging. But the brutality of school bullies on the streets of Philadelphia is just the tip of the iceberg for Tony, who also must endure the crushing loneliness of a father who rejects and terrorizes him. And when a teenaged Tony ends up at a juvenile detention center awaiting trial, little does he know that his life-and quest for acceptance-will change forever. Tony goes free only to find he has no home to go back to. From squatting in an abandoned warehouse to joining a gang to chasing a future with a girl he's forbidden to love, Tony digs deep to survive. But the cost of escaping this life he hates may be too high. This tautly plotted tale moves at a breakneck pace from beginning to end. A raw and gritty story tempered only by the honor found in acceptance, Mean Little People tackles the darkest of issues, from the trauma of bullying to the lure of organized crime. And in Tony Bruno, the ruthless yet surprisingly gentle boy clawing his way through the years toward happiness, we find someone to root for despite-or perhaps because of-his brokenness., A reckless journey from boyhood to Mafia. (The HOME STREET HOME SERIES is a collection of standalone novels.) Tony Bruno is like any other seven-year-old boy . . . he wants to have fun and be accepted by his peers. But the boys in Tony's school bully him unmercifully, until one day, they almost kill him. His father is embarrassed by Tony's inability to defend himself and tries to beat and berate the mean into his son. Tony's only moments of peace were found in the arms of his mother, but she was no match for her husband and could not protect her son. One day Tony's tormentors push him too far. Possessed by blind rage Tony fights back with a vengeance, tipping the balance of power, and taking his rightful place among his peers. Years later Tony notices the new kid, Salvatore being tormented by the class bully. Tony didn't know that Salvatore's father was a powerful man, and instinctively rushes into the fight and protects Salvatore. This act of kindness forges a bond creating a lifetime friendship of trust and loyalty. One night Salvatore commits a horrific crime, and Tony being a devoted friend, pays the consequences. While in juvenile detention Tony is assaulted and the acts of cruelty harden him. Back on the outside with no place to go, Tony does what's needed to survive. After leaving his street gang, Tony becomes a made man inside the Philadelphia mob family where he has a sense of belonging. With resolute allegiance and conviction to the mafia, Tony cherishes being part of a real family, one much stronger than those with a bloodline. This is a story about a boy born into poverty and destined to become a mobster. Tony Bruno loves as hard as he hates and protects as quickly as he kills. Some see Tony as a criminal and others see him as a hero . . . but you must decide for yourself if Tony falls on the side of good or evil. **WARNING** 18+ Readers Only. Graphic content and subject matter. NOTE: Mean Little People was previously titled Born Mobster. The content remains the same. Praise For- Mean Little People "It is addicting. Mean Little People reminded me of Karin Slaughter's Pretty Girls. I like authors that are not afraid to tackle subjects with straightforward rawness that they infuse in their prose." - Vlad NetGalley Reviewe r "This is a wonderful piece of writing, and definitely a memorable story. This is one of those books that you will still be thinking about, long after finishing it." - Todd Simpson NetGalley Reviewer "This is a tale of abuse, betrayal, and the desperate quest for redemption and acceptance in a world that let one more child down. Read it, try to tell me you are not affected." - Tome Tender "A unique novel with dark undertones. Paige is a master at revealing the underbelly of society and providing not only a good read, but also a lesson in morality." - Robert Rook NetGalleyReviewer Mean Little People eBook categories: Horror Novels Psychological Horror Suspenseful Novels Realistic Fiction Thriller Dark Disturbing Crime Fiction Murder Family Drama Novels Vigilante Justice Mafia Suspense Horror Kidnapping Novels Scary Psychological Thriller, #1 Amazon Bestseller A crime thriller unlike anything you've ever read. This book grabs you by the throat and never let's go until the last page. My name is Tony. When I was seven years old the bullies in my class almost killed me; my father was angry that I let it happen, but he always hated me. At thirteen I went to prison for a crime I didn't commit; it was the worst experience of my life. Living on the streets was hard; being part of a gang was even harder. Oh, and I did find people to love along the way...and, I would do anything to protect them, anything. **WARNING** 18+ Readers Only. Graphic content and subject matter. (This is a standalone novel) NOTE: Mean Little People was previously titled, Born Mobster. The content remains the same. Praise for Mean Little People "It's addicting. Mean Little People reminded me of Karin Slaughter's Pretty Girls. I like authors that are not afraid to tackle subjects with straightforward rawness that they infuse in their prose." - Vlad, NetGalley Reviewer "This is a wonderful piece of writing, and definitely a memorable story. This is one of those books that you will still be thinking about long after finishing it." - Todd, NetGalley Reviewer "This is a tale of abuse, betrayal, and the desperate quest for redemption and acceptance in a world that let one more child down. Read it, try to tell me you are not affected." - Tome Tender "A unique novel with dark undertones. Paige is a master at revealing the underbelly of society and providing not only a good read, but also a lesson in mortality." - Robert, NetGalley Reviewer Mean Little People eBook Categories: Horror Novels Psychological Horror Suspenseful Novels Realistic Fiction Thriller Dark Disturbing Crime Fiction Murder Vigilante Justice Mafia Family Drama Novels Suspense Horror Kidnapping Novels Scary Psychological Thriller