Whale Talk Have you ever been bullied? If not, is it possible you could be the one doing the bullying? If this is the case, to continue reading may be a red flag. But if you've been a victim before, you may be able to relate to the following essay. “Whale Talk” by Chris Crutcher is a non fiction novel that introduces many real life obstacles. Some of these obstacles took places in Mr. Crutcher’s life, and he slightly altered the details to apply it to this story. This controversial novel advocates accepting differences by forming a swim team consisting of all minorities. Characters include Heidi, a young girl of african descent. Her step father Rich Marshal, is conceived as a violent, abuser who has no respect for anything. Alicia is Rich’s
