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Tyler Johnson Was Here /

A stunning portrait of young black lives in modern America, for readers of The Hate U Give.

Twins Marvin and Tyler couldn't be more different. Where Marvin is reserved, Tyler is charismatic. Where Marvin is consumed by grief for his absent father, Tyler is carefree. And where Marvin is careful, Tyler is daring. But despite their differences, and despite the poverty and trauma that threatens to pull them apart, the brothers are close.

Then, one fateful night, Tyler decides to go to a party, and Marvin tags along, hoping to keep an eye on his brother. But what starts out as harmless fun soon descends into a night of chaos that ends in a police raid. And the next day, Tyler is missing. As his mother falls apart and his brother becomes known only as a hashtag, Marvin will learn what justice and freedom really mean in an unfair world.

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Editorial Reviews:
★ "Exploring the current climate of police brutality and viral culture, this harrowing YA effort is based on its author's own experiences with tragedy and loss, a personal touch felt across every page." —Entertainment Weekly
★ "An unflinching look at police brutality and systemic racism in America." —Bustle
★ "This well-written, fast-paced story eloquently addresses how to grieve, plan, and participate in the burial of a loved one.... [A] standout debut." —School Library Journal
★ "Unforgettable.... Coles' exploration of brotherhood, grief, friendship, and familial ties is as moving and relevant as its exploration of racism." —Booklist
★ "Coles...pens an immersive and uncompromising look at systemic police violence in the U.S., effectively dramatizing the human experience and ethical questions underpinning today's Movement for Black Lives." —Kirkus Reviews
★ "A distressing yet empowering portrait of a black teenager confronting relentless racism, brutality, and tragedy." —Publishers Weekly
★ "Jay Coles' powerful, anguished debut novel...garners worthy comparisons to 2017's award-winning The Hate U Give." —BookPage
★ "Coles's contemporary novel addresses real issues facing black teens in the U.S. today, and is a powerful story full of heart, packing a deep emotional punch." —VOYA
★ "An impactful story.... Stirring and heartbreaking." —The Bulletin
★ "Uncompromising and intense, this heart-wrenching novel sends out an anguished cry for justice to all who are willing to hear." —Shelf Awareness
★ "Riveting...Coles evaluates self-identity in African Americans, police brutality, stereotypes, prejudice, social justice, education, poverty and more. At times endearing, and at times, excruciating to read, it is a very important novel." —The Washington Missourian
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