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Violence
A lot
Gang violence in Quan's past; the juvenile justice system's violence; significant threat
Language
A lot
Strong language—authentic
Sexual Content
Some
Mild romantic content
Substance Use
A lot
Drug references in Quan's world
Emotional Intensity
Very heavy
The juvenile justice system's psychology; Quan's choices and the limited options that led to them
What this book is about
Quan Banks met Justyce briefly before being locked up. From juvenile detention, he writes letters processing his life, the system, and his friendship with Justyce. Dear Justyce is the companion to Dear Martin—Quan's story is the one the first book glimpsed but couldn't fully tell.
Notes for sensitive readers
Reader-flagged moments and themes that may affect your experience.
Gang violence in backstory
Juvenile justice system—depicted critically
Strong language
Companion to Dear Martin—read that first for full context
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