V Dixon 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.

V Dixon One day, the good inhabitants of this world, especially the USA because this is where I reside and where so much racial ugliness is at the heart of th…moreOne day, the good inhabitants of this world, especially the USA because this is where I reside and where so much racial ugliness is at the heart of this nation. Yes, you need to read "The Hate U Give" and should you find it "preachy" remember how hard it must be to lose your child to senseless avoidable acts by those who took an oath to protect and serve. As you read this book, think about the pain that will always be a part of Star's life. Think about Khalil. Living with all the injustices being Black can bring upon a person in this life, this book made me smile because the majority of Black people in America knows a Khalil, a Star and definitely understand the rage of knowing an officer will not be held accountable for killing a black person be they Man, Woman or child even if they violated the law while committing the acts. And when you are done reading this book, Alice Walker should be whispering in your ear, "Black People are Natural, they possess the spirit of joy," despite the harshness of this world they can still find a little happiness in this world and that is a legacy that has come from centuries of being enslaved. (less)

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