Fans of Nic Stone's DEAR MARTIN will want to get to the library or bookstore for a copy of the follow up novel DEAR JUSTYCE as soon as possible. Stone takes readers into another story as Quan battles to prove he isn't a murderer.
Quan and Justyce have been friends since meeting in the rocket ship on the neighborhood playground. Justyce, a year older, was going through his own issues and recovery from Manny's death. Quan was dealing with having his dad in prison as he helped raise his younger brother and sister. Both had way more to deal with than any teens should have.
While Justyce was pursuing his dreams of going to college to become a lawyer, Quan was making some questionable decisions that led him to trouble with the law. Hooking up with Martel's gang seemed like the best idea at the time, but now he is facing murder charges after a false confession he felt was forced upon him.
DEAR JUSTYCE is told through flashbacks, letter, and narrative that explains to readers the difficult choices black teens like Quan are sometimes forced to make. Stone highlights the hopelessness and frustration of trying to make oneself heard and at the same time protect those closest. Excellent sequel readers won't want to miss.
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