Description
A young man searches for answers after the death of his brother at the hands of police in this striking debut novel, for readers of The Hate U Give. When Marvin Johnson's twin, Tyler, goes to a party, Marvin decides to tag along to keep an eye on his brother. But what starts as harmless fun turns into a shooting, followed by a police raid. The next day, Tyler has gone missing, and it's up to Marvin to find him. But when Tyler is found dead, a video leaked online tells an even more chilling story: Tyler has been shot and killed by a police officer. Terrified as his mother unravels and mourning a brother who is now a hashtag, Marvin must learn what justice and freedom really mean. Tyler Johnson Was Here is a powerful and moving portrait of youth and family that speaks to the serious issues of today--from gun control to the Black Lives Matter movement.
Details
Author: |
Jay Coles |
ISBN 10: |
0316472182 |
Pages: |
304 |
Publisher: |
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers |
Publication Date: |
March 19, 2019 |
Binding: |
Paperback |
Weight: |
0.75lbs |
Age Group: |
Young Adult (14 - 18) |
Grade Range: |
9-12 |
