The Prince of South Waco

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Set against the backdrop of the mid-twentieth century Bible Belt South, this narrative explores a forbidden love between a privileged white girl and a working-class Latino boy. Their innocent connection, symbolized by a waltz at a school event they were barred from sharing, highlights the deep racial divides of their society. The story delves into themes of love, social injustice, and the impact of heritage, as the characters navigate their starkly different worlds and the societal constraints that keep them apart.