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Dear Justyce

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description Dear Justyce Overview

Dear Justyce is a 2020 young adult novel by Nic Stone that serves as a companion to her 2017 novel Dear Martin. The narrative centers on Quan Banks, a teenager who is incarcerated, as he writes letters to his childhood friend Justyce McAllister. Using this epistolary format, the book explores themes of systemic racism, the American criminal justice system, and the school-to-prison pipeline, aiming to provide a realistic perspective for adolescent readers on these social issues.

help Dear Justyce FAQ

Do I need to read Dear Martin before reading Dear Justyce?

Dear Justyce is described as a companion novel rather than a direct sequel, following Quan Banks while Dear Martin followed Justyce McAllister. Reading Dear Martin first gives important context for Justyce's character and the letters Quan writes to him, but it is not strictly required.

Who is the main character in Dear Justyce?

The protagonist is Quan Banks, an incarcerated teenager who tells his story partly through letters he writes to Justyce McAllister. This contrasts with Dear Martin, which was told from Justyce's perspective.

What format is Dear Justyce written in?

Nic Stone uses an epistolary structure, with portions of the narrative told through letters from Quan to Justyce. The novel also incorporates other narrative modes to piece together Quan's backstory and the events leading to his incarceration.

What is the age recommendation for Dear Justyce?

Like Dear Martin, Dear Justyce is published as a young adult novel dealing with themes of racial injustice, the prison system, and police interactions. It is generally recommended for teen readers and older due to its mature subject matter.

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