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Randi Pink

Angel Of Greenwood

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2021

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

In the days leading up to the Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921, 16-year-old Greenwood residents Angel and Isaiah fall in love and discuss strategies for political and social change. Days after beginning their relationship, the couple, faced with the massacre, rises into leadership positions and helps save the lives and hopes of many community members. The novel illustrates the importance of hope, faith, love, and resilience in the face of racial violence and historical trauma. Angel encounters a group of white boys who destroy her father's crutches, reflecting the racial tensions and violence present during that era.

Reviews & Readership

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Angel of Greenwood by Randi Pink is widely praised for its poignant portrayal of the Tulsa Race Massacre and the depth of its characters, who navigate love and adversity in 1921 Greenwood. Positive reviews highlight Pink’s evocative writing and historical accuracy. However, some readers mention a desire for more character development. Overall, it's a powerful and moving read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Angel Of Greenwood?

Ideal for fans of historical fiction and YA novels, readers of Angel Of Greenwood by Randi Pink will appreciate its poignant exploration of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre and young love. Comparable to The Hate U Give and All American Boys, it appeals to those interested in social justice, resilience, and African American history.

Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Greenwood, Oklahoma • 1920s

Publication Year

2021

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

770L

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