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A review by piperhath
Concrete Rose by Angie Thomas
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
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? Yes
5.0
Concrete Rose is the prequel to The Hate U Give which tells Maverick's (Star's father) story. From working for Mr Wyatt to selling drugs to dealing with grief, we get to learn more about his story and how he came to have two children (Seven and Star) by 18.
- Well Angie has done it again! This is probably my favourite book of the year so far. In THUG, I really liked Maverick's character and always wanted to see more development so to have a whole book centered around this is so amazing. Next we just need Isesha/Lisa. While we do see the same themes of struggle like we do in other Angie books, I will have to agree with other reviews when they say that this is probably Angie's less anticlimactic books. There is less drama and more focus on the raw emotions but it is still wonderfully well written and emotional that I think everyone should read if the loved Angie's other books as this one does not disappoint!
- This is such an important book, like both if Angie's other books as this one highlights the importance of young black males in society. It demonstrates that their emotions are valid and it is perfect okay to reach out when you need help. It also demonstrates you can always "go against the grain" and stand on your own two feet and should be proud to do so, just like Big Mav does and is.
- I am excited to hear everyone else's thoughts on this book! I have nothing but praise for this one!
- Thank you @harpercollinsnz for sending me a copy of this proof in exchange for an honest review, as always, you rock 💗
- Well Angie has done it again! This is probably my favourite book of the year so far. In THUG, I really liked Maverick's character and always wanted to see more development so to have a whole book centered around this is so amazing. Next we just need Isesha/Lisa. While we do see the same themes of struggle like we do in other Angie books, I will have to agree with other reviews when they say that this is probably Angie's less anticlimactic books. There is less drama and more focus on the raw emotions but it is still wonderfully well written and emotional that I think everyone should read if the loved Angie's other books as this one does not disappoint!
- This is such an important book, like both if Angie's other books as this one highlights the importance of young black males in society. It demonstrates that their emotions are valid and it is perfect okay to reach out when you need help. It also demonstrates you can always "go against the grain" and stand on your own two feet and should be proud to do so, just like Big Mav does and is.
- I am excited to hear everyone else's thoughts on this book! I have nothing but praise for this one!
- Thank you @harpercollinsnz for sending me a copy of this proof in exchange for an honest review, as always, you rock 💗
Content Warnings
Moderate: Gun violence, Violence, and Grief
Minor: Blood