Monica answers “Does this book teach something new or is...”

A Goodreads user asked this question about The Hate U Give (The Hate U Give, #1):

Does this book teach something new or is it worth reading? I'm hoping it doesn't capitalize on social/political/racial issues just for attention. I want something outside of the expected canon without being preachy.

Monica It is not preachy. It's definitely worth reading. Just empathizing with one or more of the characters makes it worth reading. Are there in depth, scho…moreIt is not preachy. It's definitely worth reading. Just empathizing with one or more of the characters makes it worth reading. Are there in depth, scholarly, embedded articles about the social issues covered in this book? No. Will you be inspired to seek out such information on your own? I think so. I think you should give it a chance.(less)

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