Dear Martin
by Nic Stone
- First published 2017
- 240 pages
- English
Justyce McAllister is a good student with a bright future, attending an elite prep school and on track for Yale. His world shifts when an encounter with a police officer leaves him handcuffed and questioning everything. This incident, despite his efforts to help his ex-girlfriend, forces him to confront the stark realities of racial profiling and systemic bias in modern America.
Struggling to reconcile his personal experiences with the ideals he believes in, Justyce begins writing letters to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., seeking guidance on how to navigate a society that often judges him by his skin color rather than his character. His journey explores identity, privilege, and the enduring relevance of King's teachings, prompting readers to consider the complexities of justice and what it truly means to stand up for what is right.
Struggling to reconcile his personal experiences with the ideals he believes in, Justyce begins writing letters to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., seeking guidance on how to navigate a society that often judges him by his skin color rather than his character. His journey explores identity, privilege, and the enduring relevance of King's teachings, prompting readers to consider the complexities of justice and what it truly means to stand up for what is right.
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Details & editions
- This edition
- Random House Children's Books, 2018
- ISBN
- 9781101939529
- Language
- English
Original edition Dear Martin Originally published in 2017 · English · Random House Children's Books









