Super Short Summary

Set in the West Bronx, The Orange Houses by Paul Griffin follows teenager Tamika "Mik" Sykes, who navigates the challenges of hearing impairment with the support of new friends, Fatima and Jimmi. Mik, living in low-income housing, builds a bond with Fatima, an African refugee, and Jimmi, a veteran struggling with PTSD. Their friendship deepens as they face various struggles, culminating in a harrowing mob assault against Jimmi. The story explores themes of friendship, resilience, and the impact of socio-economic barriers. The book contains themes of assault, drug dependence, and systemic injustice.