Super Short Summary

In Randy Ribay's Patron Saints of Nothing, Filipino American high school senior Jason Reguero travels to the Philippines during spring break to investigate the suspicious death of his cousin, Jun, who was entangled in the government’s harsh drug crackdown. Jay's journey uncovers complex truths about his cousin's struggles and leads him to a deeper understanding of his cultural identity, social activism, and the many layers of familial love and responsibility. Sensitive topics include drug addiction, police violence, and government corruption.