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Jason Reynolds 'Long Way Down'

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The intriguing novel Long Way Down by Jason Reynolds is not just a long poem, but a child in pain. In this story, now and only child Will is forced to live life without his brother and decide on whether or not to avenge his brother. This thought provoking novel challenges readers to decide on whether or not the author is mad. With interesting characters alive and dead in a complex yet easy to understand plot line. A hair raising poem for those who cannot handle the hurdles in life. Long Way Down addresses the cruelty of the real world and gangs and explores the dip in this child’s life. Additionally, Reynolds uses language that convinces the reader that the main character is insane although he denies it. This easy-to-read novel seeks to make
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