The Boy from the Island

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The story follows four-year-old Miguel, who is uprooted from his home in Cape Verde and placed in the care of a wealthy Romanian woman in Milan. As he navigates this new life, Miguel grapples with his identity and a longing for belonging. His attempts to cope with the overwhelming pressures of his circumstances lead him down a path of escapism, ultimately resulting in tragic outcomes. The narrative explores themes of displacement, childhood innocence, and the search for self amidst chaos.