Boy vs. Shark

Set in the summer of 1975, this humorous middle-grade memoir follows 10-year-old Paul Gilligan as he navigates the challenges of boyhood, friendship, and societal expectations of masculinity. Amidst the excitement surrounding the movie Jaws, Paul faces fears and self-discovery, with the film becoming an unexpected influence on his understanding of what it means to be a boy. The story combines humor and honesty to explore themes of identity and growth.