Getting Off Clean

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Eric Fitzpatrick seeks to escape his racially charged hometown and his family as he prepares for college. His plans shift dramatically when he encounters Brooks, a wealthy black student from a local prep school. As their bond deepens, Eric faces the challenge of reconciling his ambitions with the complexities of his identity, family expectations, and societal tensions. The story explores themes of race, class, and self-discovery against the backdrop of a divided community.