Description
Immerse yourself in the gripping narrative of 'Light It Up,' a thought-provoking young adult novel that delves deep into themes of injustice and community resilience. This powerful story unfolds as a 13-year-old girl, on her way home from school, tragically becomes a victim of violence, leaving her community in turmoil. With the police shooting of an unarmed black girl as the chilling backdrop, this book presents a multi-faceted perspective, told through a series of poignant vignettes. Readers will be drawn into the emotional landscape where law enforcement's actions are scrutinized against the outcry for justice. This compelling tale is ideal for anyone seeking meaningful literature that tackles social issues head-on. 'Light It Up' resonates strongly with fans of renowned authors like Jason Reynolds and Angie Thomas, making it a must-read sequel to the acclaimed novel 'How It Went Down.' Each page is laced with urgency and passion, offering an unforgettable reading experience. Enhance your collection with this BRAND NEW edition, published by St Martins Press in 2021, containing 368 pages of compelling storytelling. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781250619860
Year: 2021
Publisher: St Martins Press
Pages: 368
Description:
A girl walks home from school. She's tall for her age. She's wearing her winter coat. Her headphones are in. She's hurrying.
She never makes it home.
In the aftermath, while law enforcement tries to justify the response, one fact remains: a police officer has shot and killed an unarmed thirteen-year-old girl. The community is thrown into upheaval, leading to unrest, a growing movement to protest the senseless taking of black lives, and the arrival of white supremacist counter demonstrators.
Told in a series of vignettes from multiple viewpoints, Light It Up is a powerful, layered story about injustice and strength perfect for fans of Jason Reynolds and Angie Thomas—as well as an incredible follow-up to the highly acclaimed 2014 novel How It Went Down.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781250619860
Year: 2021
Publisher: St Martins Press
Pages: 368
Description:
A girl walks home from school. She's tall for her age. She's wearing her winter coat. Her headphones are in. She's hurrying.
She never makes it home.
In the aftermath, while law enforcement tries to justify the response, one fact remains: a police officer has shot and killed an unarmed thirteen-year-old girl. The community is thrown into upheaval, leading to unrest, a growing movement to protest the senseless taking of black lives, and the arrival of white supremacist counter demonstrators.
Told in a series of vignettes from multiple viewpoints, Light It Up is a powerful, layered story about injustice and strength perfect for fans of Jason Reynolds and Angie Thomas—as well as an incredible follow-up to the highly acclaimed 2014 novel How It Went Down.