A review by teabagandtales
Concrete Rose by Angie Thomas

dark emotional hopeful informative inspiring sad 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? No

4.0

When I heard Angie Thomas was writing a book about Maverick I was excited because he was my favourite character in THUG. 

I knew Angie wasn't going to disappoint by giving me a stereotypical book and SHE DID NOT DISAPPOINT. 

We as readers follow a young teenage boy who deals with trauma, grief, and gang-related issues. 

• I loved how she kept AAVE in the book, it made the story more authentic and easy to follow (try listening to the audiobook if you are having a hard time getting into this book ).
• I LOVED his mom, he allowed him to be (make mistakes and whatnot), and she created a space where Maverick could make mistakes but knew someone was there to not only catch him but also guide him. 
• I enjoyed reading about Maverick's journey as a teenage father and all the things he goes through, he went through all the trials and tribulations young teen mothers go through. 
• I loved the humour in this book, you have to remember it is a young adult novel and the humour made it feel so. 
• Peer pressure is always a hot topic amongst teenagers and I loved the conversation surrounding peer pressure within a boyish space. 
• Loved the conversation surrounding single fatherhood and teenage fatherhood from a male perspective.