{"product_id":"play-the-game-9780063212794","title":"Play the Game","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Informed by present-day events surrounding structural racism and oppression, and the author’s experience as a restorative justice advocate, Allen compassionately examines themes of community and criminal justice reform in this affecting, noirish debut.”  — Publishers Weekly (starred review)  “Powerful. Authentic. A riveting gut punch. This is how you galvanize young activists. A voice not soon to be forgotten.”  — Tiffany D. Jackson, New York Times bestselling author of The Weight of Blood  “Fast-paced, insightful, and highly relevant, Allen’s novel illustrates the application of restorative justice practices to real life situations. A must read for all young people impacted by racism and those adults who love them.”   — Angela Y. Davis, Distinguished Professor Emerita, UC Santa Cruz  “Honest, raw, and absolutely alive. Play the Game is a tour de force, and Charlene Allen has announced herself as a powerful new voice.\" — Matt de la Peña, author of Mexican WhiteBoy and Last Stop on Market Street  \"A compelling look at different ways of approaching grief and justice.\" — Kirkus Reviews  \"Compelling story.\" — Booklist  \"Teens will find VZ’s story a rewarding read with undeniably difficult lessons to teach.\" — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books","brand":"HarperCollins Publishers Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49399765926231,"sku":"9780063212794","price":14.24,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9780063212794.jpg?v=1730468626","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/play-the-game-9780063212794","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}