1989

CHAPTER TWENTY

Summary

On Thursday, March 1, winter is unleashing some of its final fury. However, that doesn't keep Craig Davis inside. He doesn't know about the ugly forces that are about to intersect and affect him so profoundly. He leaves his job at Order from Horder, a stationary store where he has greatly impressed the manager with his work ethic, and heads for his girlfriend's apartment at Horner. Then, he goes to the ABLA homes where he lives with his uncle in a two-story row house. He listens to his music for a little bit and then leaves for a friend's home to pick up two turntables and a speaker for the next night's dance.

As Craig is leaving ABLA, Francis Higgins and Richard Marianos, two.....

Notes

Only one subject could fill this chapter: the tragic loss of Craig Davis. It's a sad example of how hope in......

CHAPTER TWENTY-ONE

Summary

On Friday, March 1, the day of the spelling bee, Pharaoh dresses in his best, and when he arrives at school, Clarise can't believe her eyes at how natty he looks. He appears surprisingly calm, but underneath he is nervous. Their teacher, Mr. Rogers, has promised them a party if either of them wins. And so the competition begins. As the contest progresses, Pharoah feels more and more confident. There are few stutters as he spells his words. Finally, it comes down to three students left in the contest: Pharoah, Clarise, and a boy named William. William is tripped up.........

Notes

Once again, the chapter creates a stark contrast in the lives of the Rivers boys. Pharaoh finally has his day of glory and comes in second in......

 

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