Long Way Down by Jason Reynolds
In this gripping and thought-provoking novel, a young African American teenager named Will faces a life-altering decision after his older brother is shot and killed. Set in an elevator, the story unfolds over the course of sixty seconds as Will descends to the ground floor, contemplating whether to seek revenge on his brother's murderer. Along the way, he encounters a series of individuals who challenge his perspective on violence, justice, and the cycle of retribution. With powerful prose and a raw emotional intensity, the book explores themes of grief, systemic racism, and the complexities of personal choices.
The 9786th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2017
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 306
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(4.0)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 3 lists:
- 5th on 25 Essential High School Reads From the Last Decade (Edutopia)
- Boston Public Library: Top Genre Books of the 2010s (Boston Public Library)
- The 100 Best YA Books of All Time (Time)