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Boys of Life

by Paul Russell · 1991

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In this powerful novel, the acclaimed author of The Salt Point portrays a coming of age overshadowed by an ominous infatuation with a dangerous man. Owen, Kentucky, just isn't big enough for Tony Blair. Bored with small-town life, already a problem drinker at 17, Tony is restless—ideal prey for Carlos Reichart, a Warhol-esque filmmaker.

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Setting
1990s1990sMore like thisLess of thisUSAUSAMore like thisLess of this
Audience
adult
Length
medium · 320 pages

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