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A review by mllesophie
On the Come Up by Angie Thomas
dark
funny
hopeful
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
4.25
Ok, a book about somebody who wants to be a rapper is not for me. But since it was written by Angie Thomas I wanted to read it anyway. Angie Thomas is a really good author and this story made me think about how it is to be black in my neighborhood. I really think that the reality is not the same then the one in this book, but I think this reflection is something that should be happening more often then it is right now.
Graphic: Grief, Cursing, Abandonment, Racism, and Gun violence
Moderate: Death of parent, Addiction, Homophobia, Police brutality, and Hate crime
Minor: Miscarriage, Alcoholism, and Panic attacks/disorders