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The Problem with Denny
- A True Story of Hope for an Unwanted Child
- Narrated by: Tim Tidball
- Length: 5 hrs and 44 mins
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Who wouldn’t be surprised to learn their dad had an 89-page FBI file and was a wanted man?
Who would believe you when you say your mom has been married over eight times?
This is a story of a boy called Denny coming of age against all odds. It’s a story of hope for an unwanted child. And it’s a tale of setbacks, resilience, and how adults can positively influence wayward teens and gently guide them towards a more hopeful future. At 13 years old Denny hitchhiked from Detroit, Michigan to San Bernardino, California, where he took control of his own life.