Boyhood: A Memoir

By Domingos Pellegrini

A coming-of-age story that is both heartwarming and heartbreaking, Boyhood is a must-read for anyone who has ever felt like they don't belong.

In this beautifully written memoir, Domingos Pellegrini takes us on a journey through his childhood and adolescence, from his early years in Brazil to his immigration to the United States.

Along the way, we meet a cast of unforgettable characters, including Pellegrini's loving but struggling parents, his mischievous siblings, and the friends who help him to find his place in the world.

Pellegrini's writing is honest, raw, and deeply moving. He captures the joys and sorrows of childhood with a rare sensitivity, and his insights into the human condition are both profound and universal.

Boyhood is a story about family, friendship, and the search for identity. It is a story about the power of love and the resilience of the human spirit. It is a story that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.

Praise for Boyhood

"A beautifully written and deeply moving memoir. Pellegrini's story is a reminder of the power of love and the resilience of the human spirit." — The New York Times

"A coming-of-age story that is both heartwarming and heartbreaking. Boyhood is a must-read for anyone who has ever felt like they don't belong." — The Washington Post

"Pellegrini's writing is honest, raw, and deeply moving. He captures the joys and sorrows of childhood with a rare sensitivity, and his insights into the human condition are both profound and universal." — The Boston Globe

"Boyhood is a story about family, friendship, and the search for identity. It is a story about the power of love and the resilience of the human spirit. It is a story that will stay with you long after you finish reading it." — The San Francisco Chronicle

About the Author

Domingos Pellegrini is a writer and teacher. He was born in Brazil and immigrated to the United States with his family when he was a child. He is the author of several books, including the novels "The Immigrant" and "The Return." He lives in New York City.