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  • Dear Martin

  • By: Nic Stone
  • Narrated by: Dion Graham
  • Length: 4 hrs and 32 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (2,001 ratings)

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Dear Martin

By: Nic Stone
Narrated by: Dion Graham
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Publisher's summary

Number one New York Times best seller.

One of Time magazine’s 100 best YA books of all time.

After a traffic stop turns violent at the hands of the police, a young Black teen grapples with racism—and what it means for his future. Critically acclaimed author Nic Stone boldly tackles America’s troubled history with race relations in her gripping debut novel.

Justyce is a good kid, an honor student, and always there to help a friend—but none of that matters to the police officer who just put him in handcuffs without cause.

When faced with injustice, Justyce looks to the teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. for answers. But do they hold up anymore? He starts a journal to Dr. King to find out.

Then comes the day Justyce and a friend spark the fury of an off-duty cop. Words fly, shots are fired, and the boys get caught in the crosshairs. But in the media fallout, it's Justyce who is under attack.

©2017 Nic Stone (P)2017 Listening Library
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Editorial reviews

Editors Select, October 2017

Nic Stone’s debut novel grips you right from the start. Despite being at the top of his class, Justyce McAllister doesn’t feel like he fits in at his predominantly white high school. Without giving too much away, Justyce experiences run-ins with law enforcement, and taking in the injustice he sees in his life and in the news, he begins to write to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in the hopes that the one-sided letters will help him both process his feelings and decide if and in what form to take action. I loved Justyce’s letters and his internal monologues - they show such vulnerability that is beautifully captured in Dion Graham’s performance. This was a fresh and eye-opening book that I’d recommend to teens and adults alike. —Katie, Audible Editor

Critic reviews

A New York Times Bestseller!

A William C. Morris Award Finalist!

An ALAN/Amelia Elizabeth Walden Award Finalist!

A 2018 BookExpo Editors' Buzz Selection!

An Indies Introduce Selection!

A Kids' Indie Next List pick!

“A powerful, wrenching, and compulsively readable story that lays bare the history, and the present, of racism in America.”–John Green, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Turtles All the Way Down

"Painfully timely and deeply moving."–Jodi Picoult, #1 New York Times bestselling author

"Raw and gripping."–Jason Reynolds, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Long Way Down

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the uncomfortable conversation people need to read

this story perfectly articulates the uncomfortable conversation that every black family has when their child becomes a teenager. The fact that the protagonist has lived in recent times and is still experiencing the same level of racism that Doctor Martin Luther King had is no shock the average black family but would be a shock to most. This book eloquently places you in the seat of a young black teenager having to deal with racism, issues are setting yourself apart from the pack, and the emotional struggle of having to have so much trusted on you at a young age. I would highly recommend everyone to read the story so they can have a better Insight of what it's like to experience the black struggle.

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A MUST READ for young Black Males

Of all the books I’ve read, which varies greatly, I’ve never come across a fictional book that was so captivating and relevant with regard to my own life. Especially so, as a young African American male, who came of age during the tumultuous time of numerous police shootings, the formation of the Black Lives Matters movement, as a result, and the many events to follow. This book challenged me to even face the stereotypes within my own self consciousness. Despite what’s aforementioned, I’d recommend this book to ANY person, whether black or not. “Dear Martin” is truly a masterpiece that should be known as one of the most relevant pieces of literature in our generation.

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Riveting!

Couldn't stop listening, what a captivating, heartbreaking view into this teenager's life and struggle against racial hate and prejudice. A must read.

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Fabulous!

Fabulous! Captivating narration and story! Graham did an excellent job capturing the characters and Nic Stone wrote amazing storyline that you couldn't wait to hear more of.

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A Must Read.

Love the book. The narration was excellent. I wish I could play it for my students.

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Moving and Important for People to Read

This book should be read in middle school classrooms across our nation, especially by white students.

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excellent

It was really difficult to get through because of our current racial and political situations but excellent read. i highly recommend it! great for young people to spark conversations about social injustice.

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An unfortunate reality

Loved it. Made me want to cry several times. But we're going to push forward and stay strong as a people.

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Amazing Book

I really enjoyed the book. This should be a Summer Read in every high school.

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Excellent

This is a very good twist on journal writing. I also loved the approach of current race relations from the prospective of the main character. I recommend this book to anyone that is questioning their place within their culture and what it really means, Great book and the narrator was really good!

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