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"Last Summer Boys" by Bill Rivers is a coming-of-age novel set in 1968, following the story of Jack Elliot, a thirteen-year-old boy determined to save his brother Pete from the Vietnam War draft. With the help of his cousin Frankie, Jack devises a plan to make Pete a small town hero by leading an expedition to find a crashed fighter jet. However, the summer is filled with challenges, including a greedy developer, a beautiful girl, a wild motorcycle gang, and a disturbed neighbor. As Jack realizes that not only Pete needs saving but his entire family, he must summon his courage and strength to protect them all. The novel is a heartwarming tribute to innocence, family bonds, and the impact of war, capturing the essence of a transformative summer.