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We Are Not Like Them

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021

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Christine Pride, Jo Piazza

We Are Not Like Them

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania • Contemporary

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In We Are Not Like Them by Christine Pride and Jo Piazza, childhood friends Riley Wilson and Jenny Murphy navigate the complexities of race and friendship when Jenny's police officer husband, Kevin, is involved in the shooting of an unarmed Black teenager, Justin Dwyer, prompting both women to confront their personal and societal understandings of race and justice. Characters face issues of racial violence and police brutality.

Emotional

Challenging

Contemplative

Bittersweet

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.3

51,938 ratings

79%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

We Are Not Like Them by Christine Pride and Jo Piazza incisively explores race and friendship, receiving praise for its timely and poignant narrative. Critics laud the complex characters and thought-provoking themes. However, some argue the writing lacks depth and feels didactic at times. Overall, it's considered a vital, contemporary read that prompts important conversations.

Who should read this

Who Should Read We Are Not Like Them?

Readers who enjoyed Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng or An American Marriage by Tayari Jones will find We Are Not Like Them by Christine Pride and Jo Piazza compelling. It resonates with those interested in complex friendships, racial dynamics, and contemporary social issues. Ideal for book clubs and thoughtful discussions.

4.3

51,938 ratings

79%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania • Contemporary

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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