Buried Onions

Name: Buried Onions
Author: Gary Soto

by Gary Soto

Young man buried in poverty struggles to escape gang violence

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Gary Soto

Gary Soto is an American poet and author known for his works depicting Mexican-American life. His middle-grade novels and poetry collections have introduced many young readers to Chicano culture.

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