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Could this really be a first novel for Angie Thomas ? This book is the work of a gifted storyteller, and I look forward to reading more of her work. I appreciate the skilled way in which she introduces the characters, seamlessly weaving them into the narrative. I read this book on the tails of
"All American Boys", and was struck by how "The Hate U Give" offers more complex, female perspective to the challenges that come with living in a world where police brutality, racism, and violence are
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"All American Boys", and was struck by how "The Hate U Give" offers more complex, female perspective to the challenges that come with living in a world where police brutality, racism, and violence are
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Starr has a very unique voice—she comes alive on the page and her narration of events and her emotions is very real. This is a powerful book about identity, perceptions, and the truth. I think adults would benefit from reading this book (it’s geared to high school students).
Intense and powerful book about living two lives: the poor neighborhood Starr lives in that is rife with family and neighborhood violence and the private school she goes to where she is one of only a few black students. Lots to learn from this book.
Timely novel with an authentic voice. After gunshots break out at a party, Starr's friend from childhood Khalil gets her to his car and begins to drive her home. A few blocks away a cop pulls them over because of a burnt out tail light and events spiral out of control from there. An important book with a solid plot and characters that the reader can believe.
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A pivotal piece of writing that I'm sure will become a classic in YA literature. Starr's story shows there are no simple answers, nothing is black and white (excuse the bad pun) and nuances abound . A must read. And thank you to Angie Thomas and We need diverse books for allowing these voices to be heard
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Sadly so relevant and lots to think about.
