The Hate U Give

If you didn’t read it then, read it now.
Ten years on, The Hate U Give is a literary lightning strike and a rallying cry for justice.

Starr Carter lives between two worlds: the neighbourhood she calls home and the wealthy school where she’s one of the only Black students. But when Starr witnesses the fatal shooting of her childhood best friend by a police officer, she must decide whether to stay silent – or risk everything to speak the truth.

Powerful, contentious and unforgettable, Angie Thomas’s groundbreaking debut is a story of courage, community and the life-changing power of speaking out.

Now in a new edition, this iconic novel lands with fresh urgency – as vital and fearless as it was ten years ago. Its question still stands:

“What’s the point of having a voice if you’re gonna be silent?”

Winner of the Children's Book of the Year

Winner of the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize

Winner of the CILIP Amnesty Honour

“A classic of our time.” John Green

“A searing battle for justice. Rally with Starr.” Adam Silver

“A literary ramrod.” Jason Reynolds

“Everyone, young, old must read this world-changing YA.” Jandy Nelson

“The young adult novel of the year, if not the decade.” The Times