BOOK BRIEF

Love Is a Revolution

Renée Watson
Guide cover placeholder

Love Is a Revolution

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2021

Book Brief

Sparkles iconBeta
Renée Watson

Love Is a Revolution

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Harlem, New York • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2021

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

Roundup icon

Super Short Summary

Renée Watson's Love Is a Revolution follows Nala, a young person who navigates self-discovery and personal growth over a transformative summer. Through her interactions and budding romance with Tye, Nala learns about self-acceptance and community activism, ultimately embracing her true self.

Reviews & Readership

4.1

5,805 ratings

60%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Roundup icon

Review Roundup

Renée Watson's Love Is a Revolution is praised for its uplifting narrative and strong emphasis on self-love and personal growth. The protagonist's relatable journey engages readers, though some find the plot predictable. Its exploration of body positivity and activism resonates well, but pacing and depth in supporting characters could be improved.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Love Is a Revolution?

Readers who would enjoy Love Is a Revolution by Renée Watson are likely fans of introspective YA novels with strong, relatable protagonists and themes of self-love and activism. Comparable to works like The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas and On the Come Up by the same author, this book deeply resonates with teens navigating identity and social issues.

4.1

5,805 ratings

60%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Harlem, New York • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2021

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

Buy This Book

We’re just getting started

Add this title to our list of requested Study Guides!