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Dear Martin

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017

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Nic Stone

Dear Martin

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

240

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Atlanta, Georgia • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2017

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL720L

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Super Short Summary

Dear Martin by Nic Stone follows Justyce McAllister, a 17-year-old Black student at a predominantly white prep school, who confronts identity, racism, and injustice after being wrongfully arrested and experiencing his friend's tragic death. He copes by writing letters to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., finding solace and strength in the activist's wisdom. The story emphasizes personal growth and social justice.

Emotional

Challenging

Inspirational

Contemplative

Unnerving

Reviews & Readership

4.5

90,787 ratings

88%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Dear Martin by Nic Stone has been widely praised for its compelling, timely exploration of racial issues, with readers appreciating its emotional depth and thought-provoking narrative. However, some critics note that certain character developments and plot points felt underdeveloped. Overall, it's regarded as a powerful and relevant read for both teens and adults.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Dear Martin ?

The ideal reader for Nic Stone’s Dear Martin is a young adult interested in contemporary issues of race, justice, and identity. Fans of Angie Thomas’s The Hate U Give or Jason Reynolds’s All American Boys will find this book compelling. It appeals to those who enjoy thought-provoking narratives and socially relevant themes.

4.5

90,787 ratings

88%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

240

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Atlanta, Georgia • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2017

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL720L

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