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In Tight by Torrey Maldonado, Bryan, a sixth-grader in Brooklyn, navigates friendship, family dynamics, and peer pressure. When his mother introduces him to Mike, an older boy who appears to be a positive influence, Bryan soon discovers Mike's reckless side. Peer pressure leads Bryan to join risky activities like skipping school and train-surfing, resulting in internal conflict about his values and relationship with his family.