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A review by archaicrobin
Long Way Down by Jason Reynolds
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
A heartbreaking lyrical story about gun violence and breaking the cycle told in verse. I highly recommend the audiobook read by the author, his narration brings the characters to life and brings the terror of living in gang ridden areas to life.
Graphic: Death, Gun violence, and Death of parent