Ashley Hickson-Lovence’s soaring debut verse-novel is perfect for fans of Jason Reynolds, Manjeet Mann, and Dean Atta. Pen in one hand, on my wrist, a ticking clock I’ve got to make this work, just need a little luck… Tragedy strikes fourteen-year-old Ronny’s life and his mum makes a decision: it is time to leave London. In a new city, as a Black teenager in a mostly white school, Ronny feels like an outsider from the start. He is trying to keep his head down, but his dreams of becoming a rapper refuse to stay quiet. Then a local poet walks into class — and Ronny begins to see something he had never imagined. Rap is like spoken word. Bars equal poetry. Could bringing both worlds together be exactly what he needs to reach his dreams? Praise for Wild East: This empowering verse novel announces the arrival of an exciting new talent in YA fiction – Waterstones.com A powerful story of resilience, friendship, discovery and growth – Jeffrey Boakye, author of Kofi and the Rap Battle Summer An amazing tale of self-reflection, acceptance, and achieving your greatest aspirations – screenrant.com Welcomes all types of readers…Hickson-Lovence has crafted a superb piece – DD Armstrong, author of Ugly Dogs Don’t Cry
ISBN 13: 9780241645444
Author: Ashley Hickson-Lovence
