Dope Sick
Dope Sick by Walter Dean Myers is a reprint edition published by Amistad Books for Young Readers on February 2, 2010. This 208-page novel explores themes of drug abuse, violence, and the quest for second chances through the story of Lil J, who finds himself on the run after a drug deal goes awry. As he grapples with the physical and emotional toll of addiction, the narrative unfolds in a setting enriched by elements of magical realism.
Readers will encounter a harrowing tale that delves into the complexities of life in Harlem, focusing on the impact of drug use and the struggle for redemption. The book presents a vivid portrayal of Lil J’s desperate circumstances and his yearning for change, inviting thoughtful discussion on the realities faced by many young people. With its engaging narrative and exploration of conduct and reality, Dope Sick offers a poignant look at the challenges of adolescence and the possibility of transformation.
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A powerful novel of drugs, violence—and second chances. Dope Sick, from two-time Newbery Honor winner and five-time Coretta Scott King Award winner Walter Dean Myers, belongs on reading lists beside Long Way Down by Jason Reynolds and Dear Martin by Nic Stone.
A drug deal goes south and a cop has been shot. Lil J’s on the run. And he’s starting to get dope sick. He’d do anything to change the last twenty-four hours, and when he stumbles into an abandoned building, it actually might be possible. . . .
Elements of magical realism intensify this harrowing story about drug use, violence, perceptions of reality, and second chances.
This ALA Quick Pick for Reluctant Young Adult Readers earned multiple starred reviews and was described as “vivid,” “nuanced,” and “intriguing.” Booklist said: “Myers’ narrative strategy is so inherently dramatic that it captures his readers’ attentions and imaginations, inviting not only empathy but also thoughtful discussion.”
Walter Dean Myers was a New York Times bestselling author, Printz Award winner, five-time winner of the Coretta Scott King Award, two-time Newbery Honor recipient, and the National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature. Maria Russo, writing in the New York Times, called Myers “one of the greats and a champion of diversity in children’s books well before the cause got mainstream attention.”
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