Different Perspectives: A Note on African American Novels

March 13, 2018March 12, 2018 ~ Emily Bourque

Only two books this year have earned five star reviews from me, and I don't think it's a coincidence that both have been from African American authors, and both have been tackling hard issue of being black in a white America.

Hands Up: The Hate U Give Book Review

January 23, 2018April 5, 2018 ~ Emily Bourque ~ 2 Comments

The Hate U Give is a poignant story about a African American teen faced with an impossible situation and a difficult decision. Throughout her trauma, she must figure out who she is and what she wants her identity to be. This is The Hate U Give book review.