The Simple Gift

Sixteen-year-old Billy runs away from his drunken father and makes a home in an abandoned train carriage, where he befriends a grieving homeless man and falls for a rich girl named Caitlin.

Themes

Poverty & class·Friendship·First love·Healing & hope

Mood

Feels hopeful, emotional.

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