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The Hate U Give
464 pages, 2017
fiction
1382 booksSixteen-year-old Starr Carter moves between two worlds: the poor neighborhood where she lives and the fancy suburban prep school she attends.
The uneasy balance between these worlds is shattered when Starr witnesses the fatal shooting of her childhood best friend Khalil at the hands of a police officer. Khalil was unarmed.
Soon afterward, his death is a national headline. Some are calling him a thug, maybe even a drug dealer and a gangbanger. Protesters are taking to the streets in Khalil’s name. Some cops and the local drug lord try to intimidate Starr and her family.
What everyone wants to know is: what really went down that night? And the only person alive who can answer that is Starr. But what Starr does—or does not—say could upend her community. It could also endanger her life.
Angie Thomas emphasizes the importance of speaking up against injustice. The protagonist, Starr, finds her voice and uses it to fight for what's right. This book encourages us to not stay silent and to use our voices for change.
The Hate U Give explores the theme of racial inequality. It shows the harsh realities of racism and police brutality, especially in the African-American community. It's a call to acknowledge these issues and work towards a more equal society.
Thomas shows how our environment shapes us. Starr lives in two worlds - her poor neighborhood and her affluent school. This book makes us think about how our surroundings influence our identity and perspective.
Family is a strong theme in The Hate U Give. Despite the challenges they face, Starr's family remains united and supportive. This book reminds us of the importance of family and their role in helping us navigate through life's difficulties.
Starr shows immense courage in the face of fear. Despite the risks, she stands up for justice. This book inspires us to be brave, to stand up for what we believe in, even when it's scary.
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The Hate U Give is a stunning, brilliant, gut-wrenching novel that will be remembered as a classic of our time.
John Green - Author, VloggerThe Hate U Give is tragically timely, hard-hitting, and an ultimate prayer for change. Don't look away from this searing battle for justice.
Jason Reynolds - Author, PoetThe Hate U Give is an important and timely novel that reflects the world today's teens inhabit.
Nicola Yoon - Author, NovelistThe Hate U Give is heartbreaking, thought-provoking and incredibly compelling.
Becky Albertalli - Author, Psychologist
