Degree In Irony is inspired from real life events and is attributed to the real life pressures we face as young adults. Degree In Irony is a 21st century twist to the classic "coming of age" genre. Degree In Irony is the reflection of a young man's journey from Teenage Youth to Adult is short time span. Real Life events such as Columbine and 9-11 play significant roles in the development of Keith Sullivan as they have a direct impact in his life. As senior at a large public high school in a metropolitan area, Keith Sullivan faces unexpected adversity in his life. Keith has to deal with racism, education and violence as he prepares for the real world. Degree In Irony is a fast paced, intriguing read and off ers an insightful look into the eyes of our youth.