Crossing the Wire

The story follows fifteen-year-old Victor Flores as he embarks on a perilous journey from Mexico to the United States in search of work to support his family facing starvation due to falling crop prices. Lacking the funds for a smuggler, Victor resorts to desperate measures, including jumping trains, stowing away on trucks, and trekking through the harsh Arizona desert. His struggle highlights themes of resilience, sacrifice, and the challenges faced by those seeking a better life.