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The Hate U Give

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The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas follows Starr Carter, a sixteen-year-old girl who navigates life between her poor neighbourhood and her upscale prep school. Her world changes dramatically when she witnesses the fatal shooting of her unarmed friend, Khalil, by a police officer. Starr faces immense pressure as she becomes the voice for justice, confronting community divisions and seeking to reconcile her personal identity amid the turmoil.
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You might enjoy this story if you are interested in a powerful and thought-provoking exploration of race, identity, and justice in contemporary society. The narrative follows a young girl's journey as she navigates the challenges of advocating for justice after a traumatic event, offering a blend of emotional depth and social insight. Suitable for those looking for a gripping and heartfelt young adult read that remains relevant and impactful.

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The Hate U Give

A powerful and brave YA novel about what prejudice looks like in the 21st century.

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Now a major motion picture, starring Amandla Stenberg

No. 1 New York Times bestseller

Winner of the Waterstones Children's Book Prize · Goodreads Choice Awards Best of the Best · National Book Award Longlist · British Book Awards Children's Book of the Year · Teen Vogue Best YA Book of the Year

Sixteen-year-old Starr lives in two worlds: the poor neighbourhood where she was born and raised and her posh high school in the suburbs. The uneasy balance between them is shattered when Starr is the only witness to the fatal shooting of her unarmed best friend, Khalil, by a police officer. Now what Starr says could destroy her community. It could also get her killed.

Inspired by the Black Lives Matter movement, this is a powerful and gripping YA novel about one girl's struggle for justice.

Want more of Garden Heights? Catch Maverick and Seven’s story in Concrete Rose, Angie Thomas's powerful prequel to The Hate U Give.

PRAISE FOR THE HATE U GIVE

"Stunning." John Green

“A masterpiece.” The Huffington Post

“An essential read for everyone.” Teen Vogue

“Outstanding.” The Guardian

"This story is necessary. This story is important." Kirkus (starred review)

"Heartbreakingly topical." Publishers Weekly (starred review)

"A powerful, in-your-face novel." Horn Book (starred review)

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Angie Thomas has crafted a remarkable and impactful novel that captures the contemporary black experience in America, marked by its compelling exploration of racism. Widely regarded as both a gripping thriller and a significant work, it has resonated with readers and achieved bestseller status. Suitable for mature young adults, it is being recognised as a potential classic that invites meaningful discussions.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781406372151

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 April 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Walker Books Ltd

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 27.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 319g

Pages: 400

About the Author

Angie Thomas is the author of three hugely critically acclaimed and bestselling novels: The Hate U Give, On the Come Up and Concrete Rose. Her debut novel, The Hate U Give, was adapted into an award-winning major motion picture by Fox 2000 and Temple Hill Entertainment and stars Amandla Stenberg (The Hunger Games). Angie was born and raised in Jackson, Mississippi. A former teen rapper, she is the recipient of a Walter Dean Myers Grant, awarded by the We Need Diverse Books campaign. You can find her on Twitter: @acthomasbooks or visit her website, angiethomas.com.

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