I love that these kids compared themselves to Dumbledore’s Army, because that was the original story of this sort that made me fall in love with the trope. I’m always a sucker for stories about teenagers rising up against corrupt authority and discovering how to be activists, no matter how many times it’s done in YA. The story follows Moss Jeffries as he tries to push back against the increased levels of police involvement in his high school, even as he struggles with anxiety from his father’s death by a police officer, and navigates his first real relationship. Anyone who’s read Angie Thomas, Nic Stone, Adam Silvera, or Jason Reynolds should pick this up…as well as just about anyone who wants to read a powerful, inspiring, and extremely relevant book,Ĭontent warnings for police brutality, anxiety & panic attacks, death, and racist language and violence. Obviously this is an incredibly important story in today’s world, tackling heavy issues of police brutality and interference in public schools. When tensions hit a fever pitch and tragedy strikes, Moss must face a difficult choice: give in to fear and hate or realize that anger can actually be a gift. Despite their youth, the students decide to organize and push back against the administration. Constant intimidation and Oakland Police Department stationed in their halls. Now, in his sophomore year of high school, Moss and his fellow classmates find themselves increasingly treated like criminals by their own school. Along with losing a parent, the media’s vilification of his father and lack of accountability has left Moss with near crippling panic attacks. Six years ago, Moss Jefferies’ father was murdered by an Oakland police officer. This powerful audiobook is a must-listen for every American who places critical value on social justice.“You know, sometimes it does feel like we’re in one of those trendy dystopian novels. Now, in his sophomore year of high school, Moss and his fellow classmates find themselves increasingly treated like criminals their own school. Along with losing a parent, the media' s vilification of his father and lack of accountability has left Moss with near crippling panic attacks. Six years ago, Moss Jefferies' father was murdered by an Oakland police officer.
A story of resilience and loss, love and family, Mark Oshiro's Anger is a Gift testifies to the vulnerability and strength of a community living within a system of oppression
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