A powerful and unflinching debut that will both shatter and uplift hearts with every read. But when Pacquiao publicly declares his stance against queer people, Bobby's faith-in his hero and in himself-is shaken to the core. Bobby is inspired by champion Filipino boxer Manny Pacquiao to take up boxing and challenge his tormentor. This is an IN-STORE EVENT that will also be broadcasted. A vicious encounter has him scrambling for a new way to survive-by fighting back. Rod Pulido discussing CHASING PACQUIAO with Kat De Los Reyes. But when Bobby is unwillingly outed in a terrible way, he no longer has the luxury of being invisible. It's best to keep his head down, get good grades, and stay out of trouble. Becky Albertalli, bestselling author of Simon vs. Being out and queer would put an unavoidable target on his back, especially in a Filipino community that frowns on homosexuality. Chasing Pacquiao by Rod Pulido (ePUB) eBooks Download 0/5 No votes Description Chasing Pacquiao by Rod Pulido (ePUB) Rod Pulido delivers the ultimate one-two punch: bare-knuckled, bruising honesty wrapped in humor, sincerity, and sweetness. That's Bobby's motto for surviving his notoriously violent high school unscathed. A poignant coming-of-age story, perfect for fans of Patron Saints of Nothing and Juliet Takes a Breath. the Homo Sapiens Agenda Experience the extreme joys, sorrows, and triumphs of a queer Filipino-American teenager struggling to prove himself in an unforgiving world. "Rod Pulido delivers the ultimate one-two punch: bare-knuckled, bruising honesty wrapped in humor, sincerity, and sweetness." - Becky Albertalli, bestselling author of Simon vs.
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