The Hate U Give series, written by Angie Thomas, centers around the life of Starr Carter, a teenager who witnesses the devastating event of her friend Khalil being shot by a police officer. The series portrays how Starr, straddling between her impoverished neighborhood and her upscale, predominantly white private school, navigates the complexities of grief, anger, and the struggle for justice. Readers will witness Starr’s internal and external battles as she balances these two worlds and finds her voice to speak against injustice. Alongside Starr, the series also dives into the backstory of her father, Maverick Carter, exploring his life, choices, and the impact of gangs and violence on their community. This series provides an emotional, yet inspiring exploration of current social issues, making it both timely and powerful.
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8 starred reviews ∙ William C. Morris Award Winner ∙ National Book Award Longlist ∙ Printz Honor Book ∙ Coretta Scott King Honor Book ∙ #1 New York Times Bestseller! "Absolutely riveting!" —Jason Reynolds "Stunning." —John Green "This story is necess... Read more
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International phenomenon Angie Thomas revisits Garden Heights seventeen years before the events of The Hate U Give in this searing and poignant exploration of Black boyhood and manhood. If there's one thing seventeen-year-old Maverick Carter knows, i... Read more
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