The story 19 Minutes is an emotional rollercoaster ride from the perspective of multiple families. families that fight together through the loss of their children and loved ones from a tragic school shooting. In the story 19 Minutes the reader can find examples of bullying, depression, and suicide. The story starts with the reader believing that Peter started shooting up the school just because he was crazy. Gradually it is made clear that Peter had been bullied for years by his classmates which took a toll on his psyche. Peter explains that his parents just wanted him to feel like he belonged by putting him in a sport which, in a bittersweet turn of events put him in the hands of his bullies. harassing him on and off the field. Eventually, Peter broke and made pipe bombs, stole guns, and went to his school to kill the bullies although he really just wanted to kill himself in the end. …show more content…
Peter was taught how cruel the world can be very early in his life and he continued being treated in such cruel ways for years. Peter's brother was a very talented young man getting good grades and being exceedingly proficient in sports. He was the star child, but he met his grave much sooner than he should have, devastating his entire family. This was a weight to bear by Peter as he was now thrust into the shoes of his brother, expected to do so much and he couldn't handle that pressure. The failure of being like his brother weighed down on him so heavily. He would spend his time on the internet making games about nerds beating school bullies and