Boy on a Wire

The story explores adolescent alienation through the eyes of Jack Muir, a sensitive and witty boy navigating the complexities of family dynamics and social pressures at boarding school. As he grapples with his admiration for his mother, a longing for his father's affection, and the overshadowing presence of his successful brother, Jack faces the challenge of defining his identity. Blending humor with poignant insights, the narrative captures the struggles against bullying and the descent into depression, all seen through the lens of youthful innocence.