A review by alylentz
On the Come Up by Angie Thomas

emotional funny hopeful inspiring reflective sad 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? It's complicated

4.5

Angie Thomas always writes the most vivid, realistic, and complex characters. There is so much to love about this book, but I think the mix of hard-hitting issues and rap/music ambition in here makes it really unique and irresistible. Would recommend to teens looking for issue-centered books that still have a sense of fun, with memorable characters. 
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