| Tyler Johnson Was Here Contributor(s): Coles, Jay (Author), Kelly, Jaqwan J. |
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ISBN: 1549197274 ISBN-13: 9781549197277 Publisher: Hachette Book Group OUR PRICE: $26.10 Product Type: Compact Disc - Other Formats Published: March 2018 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Young Adult Fiction | Social Themes - Prejudice & Racism - Young Adult Fiction | People & Places - United States - African American - Young Adult Fiction | Diversity & Multicultural |
| Dewey: FIC |
| Physical Information: 0.6" H x 5.8" W x 5.7" (0.70 lbs) |
| Themes: - Ethnic Orientation - African American - Catalog Heading - Hi Interest/Low Vocabulary - Curriculum Strand - Hi Interest/Low Vocabulary |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The Hate U Give meets All American Boys in this striking and heartbreaking debut novel, commenting on current race relations in America.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 stunning account of police brutality in modern America. |
Contributor Bio(s): Coles, Jay: - Jay Coles is a graduate of Vincennes University and Ball State University. When he's not writing diverse books, he's advocating for them, teaching middle school students, and composing for various music publishers. His debut novel Tyler Johnson Was Here is based on true events in his life and inspired by police brutality in America. He resides in Indianapolis, Indiana. |