This Is My America — 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
The Hate U Give meets Just Mercy in this unflinching yet uplifting first novel that explores the racist injustices in the American justice system.
Every week, seventeen-year-old Tracy Beaumont writes letters to Innocence X, asking the organization to help her father, an innocent Black man on death row. After seven years, Tracy is running out of time--her dad has only 267 days left. Then the unthinkable happens. The police arrive in the night, and Tracy's older brother, Jamal, goes from being a bright, promising track star to a "thug" on the run, accused of killing a white girl. Determined to save her brother, Tracy investigates what really happened between Jamal and Angela down at the Pike. But will Tracy and her family survive the uncovering of the skeletons of their Texas town's racist history that still haunt the present?
Fans of Nic Stone, Tiffany D. Jackson, and Jason Reynolds won't want to miss this provocative and gripping debut.
Frequently asked questions
Is This Is My America appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book includes themes of violence such as a schoolmate being murdered and the protagonist's brother being accused of murder. It also discusses police violence and wrongful incarceration, highlighting the violent realities faced by the characters. The book deals with intense themes such as murder and wrongful incarceration, which can be considered scary for younger readers. The protagonist faces significant threats and societal issues that create a tense atmosphere.
Does This Is My America have violence?
The book includes themes of violence such as a schoolmate being murdered and the protagonist's brother being accused of murder. It also discusses police violence and wrongful incarceration, highlighting the violent realities faced by the characters.
Does This Is My America have scary content?
The book deals with intense themes such as murder and wrongful incarceration, which can be considered scary for younger readers. The protagonist faces significant threats and societal issues that create a tense atmosphere.
Does This Is My America have religious themes?
No religious content or themes detected in the narrative of 'This Is My America.' The focus is on social justice and racial issues rather than religious beliefs or practices.
Does This Is My America have racial/cultural content?
The book centers on racial injustice, exploring themes such as wrongful incarceration of Black men and the impact of systemic racism. It critiques the failures of the justice system and highlights the experiences of Black Americans.
Does This Is My America have profanity?
No explicit profanity is mentioned in the search results for 'This Is My America.' Content warnings include racist language and discussions of violence, but no specific instances of profanity are noted.
Does This Is My America have climate change?
No climate themes detected in the narrative of 'This Is My America.' The focus remains on social justice and racial issues rather than environmental concerns.
Does This Is My America have sexual identity?
The narrative includes references to romantic relationships with several passionate kisses, and it is ambiguous how far some characters go sexually. This suggests a presence of age-appropriate romantic content.
Does This Is My America have gender roles?
The protagonist is portrayed as a resourceful young woman who fights for her family and community, suggesting a modern feminist framing. The narrative includes positive role models and emphasizes the strength of female characters.
Does This Is My America have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes detected in the search results for 'This Is My America.' The content primarily focuses on racial injustice and the experiences of the protagonist in relation to her family and community.
