111 pages • 3 hours read
Matt de la PeñaMexican WhiteBoy
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2008A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In Mexican WhiteBoy by Matt de la Peña, sixteen-year-old Danny Lopez, who is half Mexican and half white, spends the summer with his father's family in National City, grappling with cultural and personal identity issues while enhancing his baseball skills. His journey is marked by a struggle to fit in and a desire to connect with his absent father.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Mexican WhiteBoy by Matt de la Peña has been well-received for its compelling exploration of identity and cultural conflict. Readers appreciate the authentic portrayal of a mixed-race teenager finding his place in two worlds. However, some feel the narrative can be slow-paced at times. Overall, the book is praised for its relatable characters and emotional depth.
Who Should Read Mexican WhiteBoy?
Readers who would enjoy Mexican WhiteBoy by Matt de la Peña are typically young adults drawn to coming-of-age stories about identity, family, and culture. Comparable to fans of Sherman Alexie's The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian, they often seek narratives exploring race, self-discovery, and belonging.
RecommendedReading Age
14-18yearsLexile Level
680L