Angie Thomas 2-Book Box Set The Hate U Give and On the Come Up — Content Guide for Parents
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About this book
Discover the critically acclaimed, #1 New York Times bestselling The Hate U Give and the highly anticipated On the Come Up from Angie Thomas in this hardcover box set.
FIND YOUR VOICE. MAKE SOME NOISE.
The Hate U Give
William C. Morris Award Winner ∙ National Book Award Longlist ∙ Michael L. Printz Honor Book ∙ Coretta Scott King Author Honor Book
"Absolutely riveting!" —Jason Reynolds
"Stunning." —John Green
"This story is necessary. This story is important."—Kirkus (starred review)
"Heartbreakingly topical."—Publishers Weekly (starred review)
Sixteen-year-old Starr Carter moves between two worlds: the poor neighborhood where she lives and the fancy suburban prep school she attends. The uneasy balance between these worlds is shattered when Starr witnesses the fatal shooting of her childhood best friend Khalil at the hands of a police officer.
On the Come Up
Sixteen-year-old Bri wants to be one of the greatest rappers of all time. Or at least win her first battle. As the daughter of an underground hip hop legend who died right before he hit big, Bri’s got massive shoes to fill. But it’s hard to get your come up when you’re labeled a hoodlum at school, and your fridge at home is empty after your mom loses her job. So Bri pours her anger and frustration into her first song, which goes viral…for all the wrong reasons.
Frequently asked questions
Is Angie Thomas 2-Book Box Set The Hate U Give and On the Come Up appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The books depict violence including the fatal shooting of an unarmed Black teen and other instances of gang violence. The narrative includes graphic descriptions of these events, such as blood and death. The content includes themes of police brutality and gang violence, which may be intense for younger readers. The emotional weight of witnessing a friend's death adds to the overall tension.
Does Angie Thomas 2-Book Box Set The Hate U Give and On the Come Up have violence?
The books depict violence including the fatal shooting of an unarmed Black teen and other instances of gang violence. The narrative includes graphic descriptions of these events, such as blood and death.
Does Angie Thomas 2-Book Box Set The Hate U Give and On the Come Up have scary content?
The content includes themes of police brutality and gang violence, which may be intense for younger readers. The emotional weight of witnessing a friend's death adds to the overall tension.
Does Angie Thomas 2-Book Box Set The Hate U Give and On the Come Up have religious themes?
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Does Angie Thomas 2-Book Box Set The Hate U Give and On the Come Up have racial/cultural content?
The books address systemic racism and police brutality, particularly focusing on the experiences of Black individuals. The narrative critiques societal injustices and explores themes related to race and identity.
Does Angie Thomas 2-Book Box Set The Hate U Give and On the Come Up have profanity?
The books include conversational swearing by both adults and teens, with explicit language such as 's--t', 'f--k', and the 'N' word used throughout.
Does Angie Thomas 2-Book Box Set The Hate U Give and On the Come Up have climate change?
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Does Angie Thomas 2-Book Box Set The Hate U Give and On the Come Up have sexual identity?
Contains references to sexual situations including teens engaging in heavy petting and discussions about sex and condoms. These elements are presented in the context of teenage experiences.
Does Angie Thomas 2-Book Box Set The Hate U Give and On the Come Up have gender roles?
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Does Angie Thomas 2-Book Box Set The Hate U Give and On the Come Up have lgbtq+ themes?
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