Wild East

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Synopsis
The soaring debut YA verse-novel by Ashley Hickson-Lovence, perfect for fans of Jason Reynolds, Manjeet Mann, and Dean Atta.Pen in one hand, on my wrist, a ticking clockI've got to make this work, just need a little luck...When fourteen-year-old Ronny’s life is struck by tragedy, his mum decides it’s finally time they move out of London.In his new city, as a Black teenager in a mostly white school, Ronny feels like a complete outsider and struggles to balance keeping his head down with his ambition of becoming a rapper.But when a local poet comes into class, Ronny discovers a world he’s never considered before. Rap is like spoken word, bars equal poetry – and maybe the combination of both could be the key to achieving his dreams?Praise for Wild East:This empowering verse novel announces the arrival of an exciting new talent in YA fiction – Waterstones.comA powerful story of resilience, friendship, discovery and growth - Jeffrey Boakye, author of Kofi and the Rap Battle SummerAn amazing tale of self-reflection, acceptance, and achieving your greatest aspirations - screenrant.comWelcomes all types of readers...Hickson-Lovence has crafted a superb piece - DD Armstrong, author of Ugly Dogs Don't Cry
Copyright:
2024

Book Details

Book Quality:
Publisher Quality
ISBN-13:
9780241645451
Related ISBNs:
9780241723081, 9780241645444
Publisher:
Penguin Random House Children's UK
Date of Addition:
Copyrighted By:
Ashley Hickson-Lovence
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Has Image Descriptions:
No
Categories:
Entertainment, Teens, Poetry, Art and Architecture, Literature and Fiction, Parenting and Family, Education
Reading Age:
12 and up
Submitted By:
Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:
This is a copyrighted book.

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