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4.3 AVERAGE
4.3 AVERAGE
While I found The Hate U Give more compelling, I also found this book a fantastic follow-up to THUG. I’m actually looking more forward to this movie adaption than THUG because the music is going to be fire!
Unpopular opinion: I thought this was better than The Hate U Give. There I said it, and I stand by it.
Where this differs for me from Thomas' debut is that I actually connected with some of these characters. I am not a fan of rap to be completely honest, but can appreciate the story regardless and could relate to Bri's love of music. When she talked about her love of Michael Jackson, I felt that.
Where this differs for me from Thomas' debut is that I actually connected with some of these characters. I am not a fan of rap to be completely honest, but can appreciate the story regardless and could relate to Bri's love of music. When she talked about her love of Michael Jackson, I felt that.
YEEEEEEEEES. never want someone to succeed this bad
edit : upon further introspection, decided to round this down a half.
edit : upon further introspection, decided to round this down a half.
challenging
emotional
funny
reflective
sad
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:
Yes
I liked the Hate You Give a lot more, but still enjoyed this one. It was literally the worst language I have EVER seen in a book. It was definitely excessive.
Like many others, I absolutely loved The Hate U Give. It's one of the most important YA books out there, so when I saw the author had published a new book I knew I had to read it.
I was not disappointed. While On the Come Up takes place in the same place as the previous book, it's completely its own story. I was glad there weren't any references to the other book, and that the author let Bri's story speak for itself. Bri was a very different main character than Starr, but in a very interesting way. She wasn't the most likeable at times, she made many mistakes and many impulsive decisions, but because of that she felt all the more like a real teenager to me. Bri was in a tough spot for most of the book, and the way she struggled with certain things her family was going through was very well written. One thing I really liked about this book was the friendships and other relationships the author managed to build. There was some romance in it as well, which was cute, but the family relationships and friendships really sold the book for me.
It was an intense read, in the best way. It fully deserves five stars.
I was not disappointed. While On the Come Up takes place in the same place as the previous book, it's completely its own story. I was glad there weren't any references to the other book, and that the author let Bri's story speak for itself. Bri was a very different main character than Starr, but in a very interesting way. She wasn't the most likeable at times, she made many mistakes and many impulsive decisions, but because of that she felt all the more like a real teenager to me. Bri was in a tough spot for most of the book, and the way she struggled with certain things her family was going through was very well written. One thing I really liked about this book was the friendships and other relationships the author managed to build. There was some romance in it as well, which was cute, but the family relationships and friendships really sold the book for me.
It was an intense read, in the best way. It fully deserves five stars.
The overall theme of speaking up for yourself and stating your truth rings strong in this story. Quick & fun to read. I’m still rooting for Bri to reach the top.
I'm definitely not the target audience for YA as I struggle SO much with the decisions they make because of their age. I was frustrated by Bri, but I did thoroughly enjoy this book. I really love how Thomas writes and brings the characters to life.
This has been at the top of my TBR ever since I read and loved The Hate U Give. Angie Thomas is an incredible writer who tackles important themes. I loved this book for many reasons. I loved all of the TV references, whether it was Star Wars or Tweety Bird. I thought it added some lighthearted humor to the sometimes heart-wrenching plot. Bri is funny, sensitive but strong, a dreamer and a doer, and able to hold her own in an argument. Her friendship dynamics were super relatable as they were constantly changing and growing with their circumstances. I really loved her relationship with Malik and Sonny and her relationship with Trey. Bri’s mom and aunt were very dynamic characters as well.
Personally, I have never been much of a fan of rap music (or country). However, I was able to read the lyrics instead of listening, which allowed me to see rap music in a different way. I really loved that Angie Thomas incorporated verses that Bri was coming up with during certain events in her life, while also including full songs when she performed. After reading and loving both of Angie Thomas’s books, she will now be an auto-buy author for me.
Personally, I have never been much of a fan of rap music (or country). However, I was able to read the lyrics instead of listening, which allowed me to see rap music in a different way. I really loved that Angie Thomas incorporated verses that Bri was coming up with during certain events in her life, while also including full songs when she performed. After reading and loving both of Angie Thomas’s books, she will now be an auto-buy author for me.