
How does a scrawny child from a poor family cope with incessant bullying? What support is needed to rise above it and soar to heroic heights? How does a beautiful, yet quiet girl spur him on?
How do Delbert and Sylvia each survive tragic events and persevere when driven apart...

This emotion-packed story introduces Delbert Pillage, a scrawny child who hides his intelligence to minimize harass-ment. Only Sylvia Cairns sides with him and a love between them is born. Delbert's true ability is discovered in high school and early entry into university separates...
