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The Blurb On The Back:
Six of the biggest stars of YA bring all the electricity of love to a collection of charming, hilarious and heartbreaking tales that shine the brightest light through the dark
When a heatwave plunges New York City into darkness, sparks fly for thirteen teenagers caught up in the blackout.
A first meeting.
Long-time friends.
Bitter exes.
And maybe the beginning of something new.
When the lights go out, people reveal hidden truths. Love blossoms, friendship transforms, and new possibilities take flight.
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The Verdict:
This anthology of YA romance short stories by Tiffany D. Jackson, Nic Stone, Ashley Woodfolk, Dhonielle Clayton, Angie Thomas and Nicola Yoon features an all Black cast that inter-connect to form a wider novel with excellent pace, crackling dialogue, LGB representation and aspiration that does not ignore reality. There were a couple of points where I didn’t get at first how characters connected but this is an enjoyable read if you like romance.
BLACKOUT was released in the United Kingdom on 24th June 2021. Thanks to the Amazon Vine Programme for the review copy of this book.
When a heatwave plunges New York City into darkness, sparks fly for thirteen teenagers caught up in the blackout.
Long-time friends.
Bitter exes.
And maybe the beginning of something new.
When the lights go out, people reveal hidden truths. Love blossoms, friendship transforms, and new possibilities take flight.
( The Review (Cut For Spoilers): )
The Verdict:
This anthology of YA romance short stories by Tiffany D. Jackson, Nic Stone, Ashley Woodfolk, Dhonielle Clayton, Angie Thomas and Nicola Yoon features an all Black cast that inter-connect to form a wider novel with excellent pace, crackling dialogue, LGB representation and aspiration that does not ignore reality. There were a couple of points where I didn’t get at first how characters connected but this is an enjoyable read if you like romance.
BLACKOUT was released in the United Kingdom on 24th June 2021. Thanks to the Amazon Vine Programme for the review copy of this book.
