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ms_weird's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
barnesbookshelf's review against another edition
5.0
This book is just as important as Dear Martin, in my opinion. I like that we get to see how Quan ended up where he did, and how it highlights the systems that forced him there.
bbriezy1792's review against another edition
5.0
735 days. Why so long? Why at all? Because he's black. If this was by the book, he would have had freedom instead. Coercion, Miranda rights violation, and a murder charge? Disgusts me to think how many innocent people are/were in prison for some bull like that. Anyone who gets in trouble has a right to a (speedy) trial. Rights violation include the 14th amendment, imo. I am obviously upset but this sequel is justyce (just as) fantastic and the first quan (one). Nic Stone is phenomenal.
mary00's review against another edition
5.0
4.5 stars
This is a very important, powerful, compelling, and eye opening book. I loved it - even more than the first in the series
The author's note at the end is one of the best parts of the book. Don't skip it! This book (including the author's note) had me in tears, which is not a common occurrence. It also had me asking myself how I can do more to make a difference in the world.
This is a very important, powerful, compelling, and eye opening book. I loved it - even more than the first in the series
The author's note at the end is one of the best parts of the book. Don't skip it! This book (including the author's note) had me in tears, which is not a common occurrence. It also had me asking myself how I can do more to make a difference in the world.
sarahmsmith1121's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
sweetmisty's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
slow-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
mmotleyu's review against another edition
5.0
I loved Dear Martin and this one was different but equally as good in its own way. These kind of fiction books have the power to make a real impact on students, showing them their privilege and why black lives have to matter *the most* right now. I am sharing this with our fledgling Project Lit chapter this month and hope it stirs up some good/important conversations. Quan's story helped me to understand how he never really had a chance.
carrra11's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75