Concrete Rose

"Concrete Rose" takes readers back in time to explore the themes of Black boyhood and manhood in a poignant and searing way. Set 17 years before the events of "The Hate U Give," we follow 17-year-old Mav as he navigates life as a son of a former gang leader dealing for the King Lords. When he becomes a father to Seven, Mav takes the chance to go straight, but loyalty, revenge, and responsibility make it anything but easy. Will Mav be able to prove he's different in a world that expects nothing from him? Find out in this powerful read.