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256 pages • first pub 2018 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780374306106
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux (Byr)
Publication date: 02 January 2018
Betty Before X by Renée Watson, Ilyasah Shabazz is a heartwarming and inspiring read for young readers who are looking for a story about self-discovery, empowerment, and the power of community, particularly those who are interested in historical fiction and the experiences of African American girls growing up during the Civil Rights Movement.
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*A New York Public Library Best Children's Book of 2018 * *A Washington Post Best Children's Book of 2018**A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of 2018* In Detroit, 1945, eleven-year-old Betty's house doesn't quite feel like home. She believes her mother lo...
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informative: 67%
emotional: 64%
inspiring: 61%
hopeful: 38%
reflective: 38%
sad: 17%
challenging: 11%
lighthearted: 11%
tense: 11%
funny: 5%
adventurous: 2%
dark: 2%
relaxing: 2%
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Graphic
Racism, Hate crime, AbandonmentModerate
Grief, Child abuse, Chronic illnessMinor
Police brutality256 pages • first pub 2018 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780374306106
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux (Byr)
Publication date: 02 January 2018
Betty Before X by Renée Watson, Ilyasah Shabazz is a heartwarming and inspiring read for young readers who are looking for a story about self-discovery, empowerment, and the power of community, particularly those who are interested in historical fiction and the experiences of African American girls growing up during the Civil Rights Movement.
Description
*A New York Public Library Best Children's Book of 2018 * *A Washington Post Best Children's Book of 2018**A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of 2018* In Detroit, 1945, eleven-year-old Betty's house doesn't quite feel like home. She believes her mother lo...
Community Reviews
Moods
informative: 67%
emotional: 64%
inspiring: 61%
hopeful: 38%
reflective: 38%
sad: 17%
challenging: 11%
lighthearted: 11%
tense: 11%
funny: 5%
adventurous: 2%
dark: 2%
relaxing: 2%
Pace
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Racism, Hate crime, AbandonmentModerate
Grief, Child abuse, Chronic illnessMinor
Police brutality