A review by takesthecake_
Concrete Rose by Angie Thomas

emotional hopeful 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

4.5

Beautiful rich story and beautiful characters and messages. It gave me a hug. I read it at a time when I most needed it. A story about making hard decisions when there’s no clear pathway. Maverick means independent thinker. 

Hope that it can help and resonate with young teens especially. Full of love and grace that is the glue that holds these pages together. A prequel just as engaging as Starr’s and Bree’s story. 



“I can prune them if you want. These canes don’t look good” …

…”It’s kinda like how we have to do with ourselves. Get rid of things that don’t do us any good.” 


“But maybe it’s time I start surprising myself.”

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