Hate Mail

by Monique Polak

Inspired by real-life events, Hate Mail examines the transformative power of speaking out against prejudice. Jordie’s cousin Todd has moved back to Montreal and is attending Jordie’s high school. Todd has autism and requires an aide. Todd has not been welcomed in the school. He’s known as a freak, and even other parents seem to resent Todd’s special needs. Jordie does everything he can to distance himself from his cousin, fearful of what his friends might think. When he learns that Todd’s whole family is buckling under the pressure of a hateful letter, Jordie starts to question his own behavior. But Todd’s resources are unique, and he soon finds a way to prove his worth to his peers and to the community at large.

Genres: Young Adult, Realistic Fiction

144 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 2014

Reviews

[Mbaye Gaye]

this is a really good book you should try i

[josette · Rating 4 out of 5]

Such a great book. If you have someone in your life on the spectrum you should read this.

[Lisa McManus · Rating 4 out of 5]

So well-written and a much-needed issue to be addressed for kids - respecting and accepting that others are different. Kudos to this author for handling the topic of autism. It's a fabulous read !

[Anne · Rating 3 out of 5]

A good hi-lo book about autism.
A high school student, Jordie, is embarrassed about his cousin with autism. When his cousin is bullied and receives hate mail, Jordie has to decide whether or not he is going to step up to help/defend his cousin.

[Madelynn Magera · Rating 5 out of 5]

honestly i think its an amazing book i read it in 2 days. I honestly dont like reading hardly at all but this was an amazing book i think you should read. Its kinda a short book but i really like its probley one of my favorite books so far that i have actually finished.

[Sidney Hans · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book.

[Hannah · Rating 5 out of 5]

quick and easy read sad but happy also loved it