Her loving parents work hard to give their children a good education away from the rough neighbourhood they live in where oppression is rife.
All that
changes in one night when Starr witnesses the shooting of her unarmed friend by
a police officer.
From there, the novel enters a completely different stratosphere, propelled by powerful and fearless writing, and examines issues of race, power, hate and the Black Lives Matter movement. Starr must navigate these issues in her quest for justice. But is justice worth exposing her façade and risking her and her family’s safety?
From there, the novel enters a completely different stratosphere, propelled by powerful and fearless writing, and examines issues of race, power, hate and the Black Lives Matter movement. Starr must navigate these issues in her quest for justice. But is justice worth exposing her façade and risking her and her family’s safety?
Charged
with powerful truths about hate and race, this book also depicts the cycle of
poverty, abuse, gangs and limited opportunities for oppressed minorities.
Filled with
heartbreaking moments, characters you will love, snappy, sharp dialogue and enough
tension to prevent you putting this book down.
Angie
Thomas has written a provocative and timely novel that will stay with you long
after the last page.
The Hate U Give explores issues best suited to older teens.
The Hate U Give explores issues best suited to older teens.
Title: The Hate U Give
Author: Angie Thomas
Publisher: Walker Books, $17.99
Publication Date: 1 March 2017
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781406372151
For ages: 14+
Type: Young Adult Fiction
