The Hate You Give

by F.O. Jones

Inspired by the incredible true story of one Amish family determined to survive-and to reunite-The Hate You Give is a tribute to the triumph of hope and love against all odds. A hopeful and inspiring read that's great to give this holiday season.It is the winter of 2006 and seven generations of the Amish family are doing their best to live normal lives, even after a shooting occurred at the West Nickel Mines School in the old order amish community of Nickel Mines, a village in Bart Township, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The talk around the family seder table is of budding romance and new babies, not of the recent shooting threatening Amish in thier hometown. But soon the horrors of hate crimes overtaking America will become inescapable and the Byler Amish family will be flung to far corners of New Wilmington, each desperately trying to navigate his or her own path to safety, while others struggle to escape certain deaths. Driven by an unwavering will to survive and by the fear that they may not see one another again, the Bylers must rely on ingenuity, hope and inner strength to persevere.

Genres: Fiction, Historical Fiction, Race

86 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 29, 2018

Reviews

[Carmen Mcfadyen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Young adult prose

Came highly recommended so was expecting something a little deeper. Young teens would probably enjoy the book more than adults

[Hannah · Rating 4 out of 5]

The main character is Sixteen year-old Starr Carter wears a mask daily: one in her poor, black neighborhood and one in the rich and predominately white neighborhood where she attends a top school. After reading this book, I can certainly see what all the talk is about. Chloe told me it is a must read and so I decided to pick it up, and I was glad I did. The Hate U Give addresses the very sensitive issues of race relations and police brutality in a time when the nation is torn over these issues. Most the people in this school are at one extreme or the other when it comes to the #Blacklivesmatter movement.

[Ellen]

One of Jackie’s favorite book’s

Star is the main character of the book listened to the book on tape really felt like I was Living in the ghetto and could imagine stars life between white prep school and black neighborhood she loved

I felt torn between the policeman that shot her black friend bc I don’t think he purposely shot him but was CB scared when he reached down for his brush that was not a gun

[Poorna Krishnan · Rating 5 out of 5]

I had just finished reading this book and George Floyd death happened.
The Hate You Give is not only just relevant, but it is told in a way that anybody can relate. I have never been to America, never gone out of my country. But the book made me relate so much to the protagonist Starr and everyone around her. Because oppression is everywhere.
All the characters are real three dimensional people. We just feel we are among them. Great book.

[Gina · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was one of the most inspiring books I've ever read, it forced the perception of inequality and judgement in the 21st century and really shifted my perspective of BLM. The book describes the struggles of humanity and justice for a sixteen-year-old girl who has witness some tragic things due to her race and status. I would recommend this to anyone who wants to be moved and empowered.

[Norma Christensen · Rating 2 out of 5]

Book Club book for November. We had a really good discussion. I don't know what to say about the book. I found myself just wanting to get through. Some parts I thought were really good, but it went on too long for me.

[Heather Barney · Rating 5 out of 5]

A good read for people of all ages, will give one a dose of reality and insight to what young people are dealing with on a daily basis...especially if they are a minority, which is eyeopening to those that may be considered in the "majority".. Many sensitive topics are addressed, but we are needing bold authors to embrace these topics, which was well done within this book. Very well done.

[E.J. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read this during the CPC course and the voice immediately grabbed me. One of few books I devoured. The movie was not good at all tbh, but oh well. The book is incredible and important and definitely a must-read for all teens.

[Aziaha J · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really love this book the most because this girl was very brave in this book.

[Savya]

The book has a great female protagonist, a 16-year-old, but also teenage drinking, sexual scenes, drugs, gang violence, drive-by shootings. I was sad to see that this book was classified so broadly.

[Louise]

easy read. A little entertaining.

[Isabella Tomic]

good

[Katharine · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great to listen to. Good character development. Interesting perspective of being in both a 'white world' and a 'black world'. Helped me to understand what is going on in the world.

[Eileen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Powerful! Very effective as it gives so many perspectives on THUG! I am going to try the movie. More people should read/ see this.

[Jessie]

Hhhh

[Jose · Rating 2 out of 5]

Good start

[Ashley Mason · Rating 5 out of 5]

Slayed. Important book.

[Daniel Maigler · Rating 5 out of 5]

There is something everyone can relate to and learn in this book

[Alex Tharappel · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great message and story with some cheesy writing

[Liz · Rating 1 out of 5]

Unfinished. I couldn't handle the language.

[Maryann · Rating 1 out of 5]

Too much swearing.

[Julie Young · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a powerful book. Highly recommend it.

[Georgette Baker · Rating 5 out of 5]

Easy to read, flows well and keeps your attention. A shocking view of the world people of darker skin color have to endure.

[Jesse · Rating 4 out of 5]

Super good, but felt rushed at the end.❤️

[Marilyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Realistic excellent read

[Hannah Bowers · Rating 4 out of 5]

I think this book is amazing for teenagers and young adults. It shows that we do have a voice despite what other people say. Terrific book with many lessons!

[Mary · Rating 3 out of 5]

I was disappointed in this book. I expected more of an emotional reaction. While the story is well written, I didn't get the emotional tie, I expected. It just didn't resonate with me and therefore I didn't really care about the characters - although I felt guilt about not caring

[Omphile]

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