Once Upon a Time in the Neighborhood: Tales of Adventure and Survival

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Once Upon a Time in the Neighborhood: Tales of Adventure and Survival

Written by Chuck De Los Santos
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What do you get when you combine elements of The Breakfast Club, My Bodyguard, Good Will Hunting, Sixteen Candles, The Warriors, and Bad Boys with Sean Penn? You get Once Upon a Time in the Neighborhood: Tales of Adventure and Survival, a refreshing new twist on a coming-of-age story based on real-life events during the late seventies and early eighties.A young boy named Chuck strives to improve his life by surviving the streets of Chicago and graduating high school. Although he lives in a relatively safe, up-and-coming neighborhood, it can be rough as it's surrounded by areas dominated by gangs. Leaving the safety of his neighborhood could be dangerous, but there are so many fun things to do, and he loves to explore.When he encounters an unexpected event that should secure his graduation and chance at a brighter future, what he must endure has life-altering consequences. Chuck must find inspiration and strength to overcome adversity if he wants to succeed and, more importantly, survive.Incorporating songs from the times, this inspirational journey has a rock opera vibe that evokes fond memories of past eras, music that has become classic, and a neighborhood that once was.

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Chuck De Los Santos is a writer and avid reader based in the Pacific Northwest. Before pursuing writing full-time, they spent over a decade working in education. When not working on their next book, Chuck De Los Santos can usually be found hiking with their dog or trying out new coffee shops in their neighborhood.

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Michael Thomas January 01, 2024
Exceeded all my expectations. The pacing was impeccable and the characters felt incredibly authentic. I was completely immersed. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
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A highly sophisticated read. The middle had a deliberate pace, but the climax was phenomenal. I would highly recommend this to discerning readers.
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Exceeded all my expectations. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. An effortless 5 stars.
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Took a moment to build, but the payoff was spectacular. Beautiful writing, though I craved slightly more depth in the lore. Still, undeniably engaging. A very distinguished novel.
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Honestly one of the most premium reading experiences lately. I became deeply invested in the protagonist's journey. A masterclass in storytelling. A true literary gem.
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Masterpiece from start to finish. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
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Absolutely brilliant. I became deeply invested in the protagonist's journey. A masterclass in storytelling. I am now a lifelong fan of this author.
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I was completely blown away. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. I am now a lifelong fan of this author.
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Absolutely brilliant. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
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A highly sophisticated read. It held my rapt attention, even when certain twists were telegraphed. A wonderful companion for a quiet weekend.
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Took a moment to build, but the payoff was spectacular. Beautiful writing, though I craved slightly more depth in the lore. Still, undeniably engaging. A wonderful companion for a quiet weekend.
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I was completely blown away. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. An absolute must-read for connoisseurs of the genre.
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Honestly one of the most premium reading experiences lately. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. An absolute must-read for connoisseurs of the genre.
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I thoroughly enjoyed the elegance of it. Beautiful writing, though I craved slightly more depth in the lore. Still, undeniably engaging. A very distinguished novel.
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Exceeded all my expectations. It strikes a perfect harmony of dialogue and world-building. Every chapter felt necessary. An absolute must-read for connoisseurs of the genre.
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Honestly one of the most premium reading experiences lately. I adored how the story unfolded. It kept me captivated without sacrificing elegance. A true literary gem.
Andrew Moore
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I find myself somewhat conflicted. It verged on repetitive in the second act. A more concise edit would have served it well. Suitable if your reading queue is empty.
Kenneth Roberts
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Such a rich narrative. I became deeply invested in the protagonist's journey. A masterclass in storytelling. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
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Robert Smith
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Such a rich narrative. I became deeply invested in the protagonist's journey. A masterclass in storytelling. A true literary gem.
Gary Hernandez
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Nancy Young
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A very strong entry. The protagonist was compelling, though some subplots felt slightly overshadowed. A very distinguished novel.
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A profoundly satisfying read. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. Worth every moment spent reading.
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Took a moment to build, but the payoff was spectacular. The protagonist was compelling, though some subplots felt slightly overshadowed. A solid 4 stars from me.
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A very strong entry. Beautiful writing, though I craved slightly more depth in the lore. Still, undeniably engaging. Quite impressive overall.
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Honestly one of the most premium reading experiences lately. I became deeply invested in the protagonist's journey. A masterclass in storytelling. I am now a lifelong fan of this author.
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Masterpiece from start to finish. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. Worth every moment spent reading.
Edward Martinez
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A highly sophisticated read. It held my rapt attention, even when certain twists were telegraphed. A very distinguished novel.
Nancy Johnson
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Sandra King
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Exceeded all my expectations. The pacing was impeccable and the characters felt incredibly authentic. I was completely immersed. I am now a lifelong fan of this author.
Ashley Jackson
Ashley Jackson July 20, 2025
I thoroughly enjoyed the elegance of it. The protagonist was compelling, though some subplots felt slightly overshadowed. A wonderful companion for a quiet weekend.
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