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Ugly Dogs Don't Cry, Paperback / softback Book

Ugly Dogs Don't Cry Paperback / softback

Part of the Twenty in 2020 series

Paperback / softback

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A modern retelling of Steinbeck's classic Of Mice and Men, this landmark work from DD Armstrong is a poignant look at intimacy, friendship, and masculinity. Best friends Kyle and Sideeq are beginning their first year of college in West London.

Sideeq, a talented aspiring artist, spends his time perfecting his artwork and hanging out with his friends while having to learn how to process the harrowing events of his past.

Kyle's ambitions are to become a rapper and a successful businessman.

Though the deep bond of friendship formed between Kyle and Sideeq puts them on a path to achieve their dreams, college soon brings with it serious teenage social politics and a bully that terrorizes their friend group. As they navigate new friendships and love interests, will the two boys continue to fortify each other and help each other succeed? Or will the newfound stressors in their lives pull them apart forever?"The premise of this novel alone caught my attention, the author behind it even more so.

With exceptional skill and sharp insight, DD Armstrong creates the most authentic representation of West London youth culture I've seen yet; his voice is fluid and natural, a joy to read, ranging from the humorous, to the emotionally gut wrenching within a few immersive pages.

Here is a writer with infinite promise at his fingertips.

Something tells me, with this reworked classic, he's only just getting started." - Courttia Newland, author of A River Called Time

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