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The Hate U Give (novel)

overall review score: 4.5
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The Hate U Give is a young adult novel written by Angie Thomas that tells the story of a teenage girl named Starr Carter who witnesses her childhood best friend being killed by a police officer.

Key Features

  • Social justice themes
  • Coming-of-age narrative
  • Exploration of race relations and police brutality

Pros

  • Timely and important subject matter
  • Authentic portrayal of teenage experience
  • Engaging and emotionally impactful storytelling

Cons

  • Some readers may find the content triggering or difficult to read

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