Written by Angie Thomas, The Hate U Give is a novel starring Starr Carter, a sixteen year old African-American girl who attends a primarily white school. This novel explores both the black and white communities from the perspective of a black girl, providing insight and allowing the readers to understand how Starr’s identity as a black girl at a white school determines her status.
Through themes of identity, race, and stereotypes, Thomas creates a story that is riveting and strongly needed in today’s climate, as it details the growth and journey of a young woman standing up against many of the issues that our communities still deal with.
Review Written by Elizabeth, 12th Grade