It's 1987 on the Canadian prairies, and Martin Green is growing up. Full of secrets, Martin is trying his best to understand the world around him. But it isn't easy. His father scares him. His mother confuses him. His teachers bore him. His friends might be enemies. His nickname is Fem. In this funny and tender novel, Martin navigates the brutal, thrilling world of thirteen-year-old boys. Sometimes he's witty and wise. But mostly he's just trying to survive.