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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.
Mahreen This book is not at all preachy. This book doesn't discuss these issues because it wants attention, but because it deserves attention. …moreThis book is not at all preachy. This book doesn't discuss these issues because it wants attention, but because it deserves attention. (less)
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