Wringer

Firefly & Fern Summary

Wringer follows Palmer LaRue, a ten-year-old boy who dreads his upcoming birthday when he'll be expected to become a 'wringer'—someone who wrings the necks of pigeons at the town's annual Pigeon Day festival. As Palmer grapples with peer pressure, tradition, and his own moral convictions, he must find the courage to stand up for what he believes is right, even when it means going against his friends and community. This powerful story explores how one boy's integrity and compassion can challenge long-held traditions and inspire change.