A young boy works to stop the destruction and gentrification of his neighborhood.
This is an insightful middle-grade novel that doesn't shy away from sociopolitical aspects - gentrification and the black identity, police brutality, and black history are key themes. There are arguments amongst both the adults and the children about what should be done, with varying levels of privilege amongst each.
The dialogue is authentic - Mainly because a black woman wrote this book.
It is deeply thorough about research, self-education, and civic duty, while still being lighthearted.
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