Long Way Down 'A masterpiece.' Angie Thomas — Content Guide for Parents
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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
SHORTLISTED for the CILIP Carnegie Medal, WINNER of the UKLA
'A masterpiece from beginning to end.' Angie Thomas, author of The Hate U Give
AND THEN THERE WERE SHOTS
Everybody
ran,
ducked,
hid, tucked
themselves tight.
Pressed our lips to the
pavement and prayed
the boom, followed by
the buzz of a bullet,
didn't meet us.
After Will's brother is shot in a gang crime, he knows the next steps. Don't cry. Don't snitch. Get revenge. So he gets in the lift with Shawn's gun, determined to follow The Rules. Only when the lift door opens, Buck walks in, Will's friend who died years ago. And Dani, who was shot years before that. As more people from his past arrive, Will has to ask himself if he really knows what he's doing.
This haunting, lyrical, powerful verse novel will blow you away.
'A heartrending and convincing blank verse narrative.' Sunday Times, BOOKS OF THE YEAR
'Astonishing.' Kirkus Reviews
'A tour de force.' P ublishers Weekly
'Will attract teenagers who don't consider themselves 'readers'.' The Inis Reading Guide
Frequently asked questions
Is Long Way Down 'A masterpiece.' Angie Thomas appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book contains multiple incidents of shootings and death, with the protagonist contemplating revenge for his brother's murder. The narrative depicts the emotional impact of gun violence and the rules surrounding it in the protagonist's community. The narrative includes disturbing illustrations depicting shootings, which may be unsettling for some readers.
Does Long Way Down 'A masterpiece.' Angie Thomas have violence?
The book contains multiple incidents of shootings and death, with the protagonist contemplating revenge for his brother's murder. The narrative depicts the emotional impact of gun violence and the rules surrounding it in the protagonist's community.
Does Long Way Down 'A masterpiece.' Angie Thomas have scary content?
The narrative includes disturbing illustrations depicting shootings, which may be unsettling for some readers.
Does Long Way Down 'A masterpiece.' Angie Thomas have religious themes?
No religious practices, beliefs, or ceremonies are present in the narrative of the book.
Does Long Way Down 'A masterpiece.' Angie Thomas have racial/cultural content?
The story centers on an African American teen navigating the consequences of gun violence and the societal rules that dictate responses to violence, reflecting themes of race and identity in urban America.
Does Long Way Down 'A masterpiece.' Angie Thomas have profanity?
The book includes mild swearing, with instances of words like 'hell', 'damn', and 's--t'.
Does Long Way Down 'A masterpiece.' Angie Thomas have climate change?
No climate themes or environmental issues are addressed in the book.
Does Long Way Down 'A masterpiece.' Angie Thomas have sexual identity?
The search results indicate little sexual content, with only a reference to boys bragging about experiences with girls.
Does Long Way Down 'A masterpiece.' Angie Thomas have gender roles?
No specific gender roles or themes related to gender expectations are evident in the narrative.
Does Long Way Down 'A masterpiece.' Angie Thomas have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters detected in the search results.
