Pieces of Why
Pieces of Why by K. L. Going, published by Penguin on September 6, 2016, is a reprint edition comprising 240 pages. This book follows Tia, a young girl living in a high-risk neighborhood in New Orleans, who finds solace in singing gospel music with her best friend, Keisha. However, after a tragic shooting and the revelation of her father’s past, Tia struggles to find her voice and begins to confront difficult questions about her community and the circumstances surrounding her life.
Readers will discover a narrative that delves into themes of family, friendship, and the impact of social issues such as race and violence. As Tia navigates her challenges, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery and resilience, exploring the power of music and the importance of asking tough questions. This edition presents a poignant exploration of adolescence and coming of age, inviting readers to reflect on the complexities of life in a community marked by hardship.
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From the award winning author of Fat Kid Rules the World and The Liberation of Gabriel King comes a lyrical gem that asks all the hard questions and hits all the right notes–perfect for fans of Cynthia Rylant and Mockingbird by Kathryn Erskine
Tia lives with her mom in a high-risk neighborhood in New Orleans and loves singing gospel in the Rainbow Choir with Keisha, her boisterous and assertive best friend. Tia’s dream is to change the world with her voice; and by all accounts, she might be talented enough. But when a shooting happens in her neighborhood and she learns the truth about the crime that sent her father to prison years ago, Tia finds she can’t sing anymore. The loss prompts her to start asking the people in her community hard questions–questions everyone has always been too afraid to ask.
“Skillfully tackles topics of race, class, and violence in a moving testament to family and friendship, love and loss, and the power of forgiveness.”—Publishers Weekly
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