Freaky Fast Frankie Joe

“Freaky Fast Frankie Joe” by Lutricia Clifton is a middle-grade novel that tells the story of Frankie Joe, a boy who moves from Texas to Illinois to live with his father’s extended family. The book analyzes themes of family, identity, and resilience as Frankie Joe navigates his new life, builds relationships with his relatives, and discovers more about himself in the process.