The odd ones out
Throughout the novel, we see Benji and Reggie constantly trying to find their identity. Living entirely different lives during and outside the school year, it's hard for the brothers to find where they fit in within society. Sag Harbor is an escape for the Cooper brothers, freeing them from the confinement of the bustling city life in New York. Benji and Reggie seem at home in Sag Harbor, but some differences arise when they spend time with their friends. These differences come from the changing times in the 80s and the brothers' search for their true identity. Reggie spends his time trying to keep his shoes from getting dirty, and Benji can't find where he fits in. The brothers have a slightly complicated situation caused by their socioeconomic status and ethnic background. "Black boys with beach houses," as Benji puts it, is how he sees himself in society. He doesn't fit into either group of people with whom he spends most of his time. Going to a p