Author:Bali Rai
Simran likes Tyrone from the moment she spots him in the crowd. He's gorgeous and he won't take no for an answer. There's just one problem. . . Tyrone is black and Simran's not sure how her family will react. Even though her parents were a 'love match' and married each other against the wishes of their families, Simran doesn't think they will approve of her having a black boyfriend, and her nightmare uncles and aunts certainly won't. Like her cousin Ruby says, it's the last taboo.
But Simran likes Tyrone too much to walk away, so they face the problems their relationship causes together. But it becomes harder than either of them predicted and when the hatred they encounter escalates into violence, with families and friends turning against each other, Simran and Tyrone are forced to question whether they are strong enough to fight for what they believe in.
A powerful depiction of family history, cultural prejudice and gang culture . . . Hard-hitting
—— Lesley Agnew , The BooksellerEngrossing, funny and savage by turns. The lively dialogyue and the clever use of different perspectives place the novel in a very broad context and the climax is terrifying
—— The School LibrarianBali Rai deals with important and controversial issues not because it is fashionable to do so but because he is compelled to. Long may he continue!
—— Jean Allen , CarouselThis is brave and committed writing, not always subtle but passionate; it deserves a large audience
—— Nicholas Tucker , TESFlirty & fun
—— Book Passion for LifeUnique and original . . . a fast paced and thrilling read . . . left me begging for more
—— A Dream of BooksA poignant, gritty read, John Lucas's debut novel captures the brutal experience of gang culture among vulnerable city teenagers, exposing not only their heinous deeds, but a society that allows children to feel unloved and excluded.
—— Yorkshire PostThe Blake Street Boyz gang means everything to 15-year-old Jay and his friends, spending dinner times and evenings defending their turf, but his life takes a not-altogether-unexpected turn when he has to prove himself to leader Shads.
—— Hull Daily MailA poignant gritty read, John Lucas' debut novel captures the brutal experience of gang culture among vulnerable city tenagers.
—— Wales on SundayAn exceptionally powerful debut novel; John Lucas is a writer to watch.
—— Books for Keeps
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