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Dear Martin

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Book Synopsis: "Powerful, wrenching.” –JOHN GREEN, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Turtles All the Way Down"
"Raw and gripping." –JASON REYNOLDS, New York Times bestselling coauthor of All American Boys
"A must-read!” –ANGIE THOMAS, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Hate U Give
Raw, captivating, and undeniably real, Nic Stone joins industry giants Jason Reynolds and Walter Dean Myers as she boldly tackles American race relations in this stunning #1 New York Times bestselling debut, a William C. Morris Award Finalist.
Justyce McAllister is a good kid, an honor student, and always there to help a friend—but none of that matters to the police officer who just put him in handcuffs. Despite leaving his rough neighborhood behind, he can't escape the scorn of his former peers or the ridicule of his new classmates.
Justyce looks to the teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. for answers. But do they hold up anymore? He starts a journal to Dr. King to find out.
Then comes the day Justyce goes driving with his best friend, Manny, windows rolled down, music turned up—way up, sparking the fury of a white off-duty cop beside them. Words fly. Shots are fired. Justyce and Manny are caught in the crosshairs. In the media fallout, it's Justyce who is under attack.
"Vivid and powerful." -Booklist, Starred Review "A visceral portrait of a young man reckoning with the ugly, persistent violence of social injustice." -Publishers Weekly

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Looking for a gripping and raw read that tackles American race relations head-on? Look no further than "Dear Martin" by Nic Stone. This powerful and undeniably real debut novel has garnered rave reviews from industry giants like John Green and Jason Reynolds. Join Justyce McAllister as he navigates through a world where honor and good deeds don't shield him from discrimination and injustice. Through his journal entries to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Justyce seeks answers and grapples with the question: do Dr. King's teachings still hold up today? Experience the poignant and thought-provoking journey of "Dear Martin" - a must-read for anyone seeking a visceral portrait of a young man reckoning with social injustice.

With its stunning #1 New York Times bestselling status and being a William C. Morris Award Finalist, "Dear Martin" promises to captivate and leave a lasting impact. The story is filled with raw emotion and an unflinching portrayal of the persistent violence caused by social injustice. Nic Stone's writing will keep you engrossed from the first page to the last, as she fearlessly uncovers the painful truths of our society. There is no denying that "Dear Martin" is a book that demands to be read and shared.

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