5 parts Ongoing MatureThis narrative follows the tumultuous journey of a young protagonist from childhood to the brink of adulthood, marked by repeated uprooting, emotional and physical turmoil, and the struggle for identity amidst a backdrop of family dysfunction, abuse, and cultural shifts between Italy's north and south. From the innocence of childhood to the harsh realities of school bullying, the protagonist's life is a series of farewells and new beginnings, each more challenging than the last. The story delves into themes of betrayal, self-discovery, and the masks we wear to survive societal expectations. Amidst a father's gambling and violence, the protagonist navigates through lies and secrets, finding fleeting moments of joy in friendships and sports. A significant part of this journey involves the internal struggle to accept his homosexuality, battling self-loathing, societal norms, and personal fears, until he begins to reconcile with his true self through literature, therapy, and the support of at least one empathetic teacher. Ultimately, this path of self-acceptance leads the main character to a profound personal transformation, culminating in decisions to leave school for work, and later, in a surprising turn of events, to seek solace and purpose in becoming a priest, symbolizing a quest for redemption, peace, and understanding in his life's narrative.