All American Boys
by Jason Reynolds
Taste attributes: dramateenheavyrealisticsimplelineargrittyenclosedemotive & stirringsocial commentaryinjustice/tragedy/vengeanceempowerment/personal growth
Boxlist takeExpect a contained, serious novel, simple rather than intricate. Best if you like depth over escapism.
Pace: balanced · Originality: balanced · Tone: balanced · Weight: heavy · Realism: balanced · Story: simple · Structure: linear · Look: balanced · Scale: very confined · Emotional punch: stirringHow we score
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3.9 / 5
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About This Book
When sixteen-year-old Rashad is mistakenly accused of stealing, classmate Quinn witnesses his brutal beating at the hands of a police officer who happens to be the older brother of his best friend. Told through Rashad and Quinn's alternating viewpoints.
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- Author
- Jason Reynolds
- Published
- 2015
- Pages
- 320
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- Open Library
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