Dark Sons

Firefly & Fern Summary

Dark Sons explores the complex relationship between two teenage boys—one biblical, one contemporary—who must navigate the challenges of having absent or difficult fathers. Through powerful verse and dual narratives, Nikki Grimes weaves together the story of Ishmael from the Bible with that of a modern teen, revealing how feelings of rejection and longing for paternal connection echo across time. This beautifully crafted novel helps young readers understand that struggle, anger, and the search for belonging are universal experiences.