Me and Carlos

In Tom Perrotta's darkly comic short story "Me and Carlos," we follow Henry "Digger" Diller, an average high school student who navigates his place in the social hierarchy. Digger's life takes a turn when he befriends Carlos, a charismatic new student from Honduras who quickly becomes beloved by their peers. As their friendship grows, Digger grapples with feelings of jealousy and the complexities of adolescence, all set against the backdrop of American class divides. This engaging tale is part of the Currency collection, exploring themes of wealth, competition, and personal growth.