There and Now

ebook The School of Hard Knocks · There and Now

By Eric Reese

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"Lil E narrates a riveting tale of struggles, hopes and urban fantasies of the youth of his time"

Starting from his first memories as a toddler, the novel keeps on exploring every restless turn in his life. From fatherhood, school disasters, Philly's desegregation program, hip hop, early signs of the school to prison pipeline and discovering real friends, Lil E keeps on describing it all, which is undoubtedly a scathing criticism of the then socio-political and economic panorama of the 1980s.

Explore the childhood adversity, Lil E experienced and how his youth fantasy became a true symbol of what it takes to get out of ghetto.

What reviewers are saying about There and Now: Volume 1:

  • "Offers hope to young people who despair because of bullies, crime, and the burdens of everyday life." — Vincent F. A. Golphin (Readers' Favorite)
  • "Well written and touching, this is a real work of passion and Eric really lets you get under his skin." — Mr. Jones
  • "A charming memoir!" — Curious Violet (Amazon Reviewer)
  • "Probably the most original indie novel I have read this year...it was hard to put down and made me eager for Volume 2." — Mr. Cline
  • There and Now