A review by mshai
On the Come Up by Angie Thomas

  • 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

4.25

This was a great read, full of heart and the author’s care for the characters. I couldn’t put it down at times and loved the inclusion of the full raps within the text, found that a cool addition. Angie Thomas is great at combining the heavy topics of poverty, gun violence, police brutality, racism with complicated but believable family relationships and friendships whilst also making me smile and laugh all in one book.
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