michelle 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.

michelle If you don't want to be "bothered" reading about race issues from a black perspective, by all means keep your blinders on. Just don't pretend that you…moreIf you don't want to be "bothered" reading about race issues from a black perspective, by all means keep your blinders on. Just don't pretend that you can intelligently discuss the subject matter. By the way, if race issues are "preachy" then I fully expect you to be one of those people whose naive beliefs are challenged by a different perspective and makes you feel uncomfortable. You should really read White fragility. It is written by a white sociologist and is a New York Times best-selling book exploring the counterproductive reactions white people have when their assumptions about race are challenged, and how these reactions maintain racial inequality. Sounds perfect for you(less)

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