The Broken Man

Set in 1954, this story follows twelve-year-old Adam Carter, a lonely boy with a troubled family life dominated by a harsh father and an overwhelmed mother, who finds unexpected support in his kind school bus driver. As a routine ride turns into a pivotal moment, Adam's world is forever altered by a tragic event unfolding at his home. The narrative explores themes of resilience and loss through a poignant coming-of-age tale.