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22 reviews

The Other Black Girl by Zakiya Dalila Harris

dark mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.75

As a white reader of this book I felt similarly to how I felt watching “Get Out” the film by Jordan Peele - tense, reflective, and digesting the depths that white supremacy will continue to go to maintain itself.  

Wishtree by Katherine Applegate

emotional hopeful reflective 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? No

5.0

Thought provoking book for youth. You can also do a lot of interesting projects with youth with this book as well.