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A New York Times Bestseller
Stonewall Book Award Winner—Mike Morgan & Larry Romans Children's & Young Adult Literature Award
YALSA Award for Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults Finalist
One teenager in a skirt.
One teenager with a lighter.
One moment that changes both of their lives forever.
If it weren’t for the 57 bus, Sasha and Richard never would have met. Both were high school students from Oakland, California, one of the most diverse cities in the country, but they inhabited different worlds. Sasha, a white teen, lived in the middle-class foothills and attended a small private school. Richard, a black teen, lived in the crime-plagued flatlands and attended a large public one.
Each day, their paths overlapped for a mere eight minutes. But one afternoon on the bus ride home from school, a single reckless act left
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Embark on a gripping journey through riveting nonfiction with Dashka Slater's The 57 Bus. Dive into the true story of two teenagers whose lives intertwine in a moment of tragedy on a bus in Oakland, California. Explore themes of race, class, gender, crime, and punishment in this New York Times Bestseller that will keep teens captivated from start to finish.
Experience the power and impact of this Stonewall Book Award-winning narrative that sheds light on the complexities of teenage life. With intense emotion and raw storytelling, The 57 Bus will challenge readers to question societal norms and perceptions. This YALSA Award for Excellence in Nonfiction Finalist is a must-read for any young adult seeking thought-provoking literature.
Step into the shoes of Sasha and Richard, two individuals whose lives are forever altered by a single moment on the 57 bus. Witness the collision of disparate worlds and the aftermath that follows, as their paths cross in a fateful encounter. Get ready for a rollercoaster of emotions as you delve into this powerful story that garnered international attention and sparked discussions on justice and humanity.
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