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postmodernblues's review
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I need to reread The Hate U Give now so I can draw parallels!
theredheadbaker's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
beefgameplays's review
3.5
I whizzed through this. I kept thinking that I wanted to see more; so much happened off-page that I would have loved reading. I wanted the book to be longer, for the character conflicts to be paid more attention, for Maverick's character development to be displayed more.
acherry913's review
4.0
wow, what a really refreshing and insightful read. I really enjoyed the first book that I read from this author and this book was a well regarded follow up. I feel like the unique perspective of a teen Dad is something I haven’t really explored much, and I truly appreciated the insight into the structure of lifestyle, the burdens faced by others, and how the intricacies of community both uplift and weigh down people in disadvantage situations. Overall, it was an amazing read. I’m so happy to have been recommended this.
xheneta's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
issianne's review
4.0
It was so good to be back in Angie Thomas's brain. This book was a quiet, deep-dive of Maverick Carter before there was Starr. It's a bit slice-of-life in way "The Hate U Give" wasn't. While many things happen in this story, there is no shocking moment like Starr watching her best friend murdered in front of her. If you're looking for a coming-of-age story about a black teenager, this is it. I really enjoyed myself, and I'm glad I picked it up.
kristensreading's review against another edition
emotional
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
4.0
shannonreadstheworld's review
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
slow-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
4.25
slflorence99's review
5.0
This is an absolute must read for any reader of THUG. Definitely read it after THUG, though. I already felt connected to the characters when I started the book and loved them so much more by the time I finished. I know It will be one of my favorites of the year. Raw, real, vulnerable, and intentional.