65 pages 2 hours read

Kim Johnson

This Is My America

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2020

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

In This Is My America by Kim Johnson, Tracy Beaumont fervently works to prove her father's innocence after he was wrongfully convicted of murder and sentenced to death. As investigations progress, her brother Jamal is implicated in a new crime, prompting Tracy to uncover deeply rooted racism and white nationalism in their community while fighting systemic injustices within the criminal justice system. The book addresses violence, including murder and police brutality.

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Kim Johnson's This Is My America is praised for its gripping exploration of racism and the flaws in the American criminal justice system. The novel's compelling narrative and strong character development resonate with readers, though some mention its pacing could be uneven at times. Nevertheless, it serves as a potent call for social justice and reform.

Who should read this

Who Should Read This Is My America?

A reader who would enjoy This Is My America by Kim Johnson is likely passionate about social justice, racial inequality, and the criminal justice system. Fans of Angie Thomas's The Hate U Give and Nic Stone's Dear Martin will find similar powerful narratives and thought-provoking themes.

Recommended

Reading Age

14-18years

Lexile Level

HL640L

Book Details

Genre

Realistic Fiction

Mystery / Crime Fiction

American Literature

Topics

Social Justice

Race / Racism

Themes

Identity: Race

Relationships: Family

Life/Time: Aging