"Green" is a coming-of-age novel by Sam Graham-Felsen. The story is set in Boston in the 1990s and follows the life of David Greenfield, a white boy attending a predominantly black public school. David struggles to fit in with his classmates and faces frequent bullying and racial tension. Despite this, he forms a close friendship with Marlon, a charismatic and street-smart black boy. The novel follows David and Marlon as they navigate the challenges of growing up in a racially divided society, and explores themes of identity, privilege, and the complexities of race relations. As David comes of age, he must grapple with his own privilege and the ways in which it affects his relationships with his friends and the larger community. The novel offers a powerful and poignant reflection on the impact of race on individual lives and the potential for friendship to bridge the divides between us.
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