If I Ever Get Out of Here: Gansworth, Eric: 9780545417303

The Heart of a Dreamer is a powerful and moving novel that will capture your heart and mind.

Set in 1970s upstate New York, this book follows the story of Lewis "Shoe" Blake, a young Native American boy who lives in poverty with his mother and uncle on the Tuscarora Indian reservation.

Despite the hardships he faces, Shoe finds solace in music, particularly the Beatles, which he shares with his new friend George Haddonfield, whose family has recently moved to town with the Air Force.

However, as their friendship deepens, Shoe must confront the harsh realities of his home life and the prejudices he faces from others.

Will he be able to find a way to overcome these challenges and hold onto his dreams? Read this incredible novel to find out.