57 pages 1 hour read

Tiffany D. Jackson

Let Me Hear a Rhyme

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2019

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Tiffany D. Jackson's Let Me Hear a Rhyme impresses with its compelling fusion of mystery and coming-of-age themes, set against a vivid 1990s Brooklyn backdrop. Reviewers applaud its authentic portrayal of friendship, grief, and hip-hop culture. While some criticize the pacing and multiple points of view, the novel's emotional depth and cultural resonance are widely appreciated.

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Who Should Read Let Me Hear a Rhyme?

Let Me Hear a Rhyme by Tiffany D. Jackson captivates readers who enjoy young adult fiction blending mystery, cultural richness, and social themes. Fans of Angie Thomas’s The Hate U Give and Jason Reynolds’s Long Way Down will find its 1990s Brooklyn backdrop and exploration of music, friendship, and justice particularly engaging.

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Reading Age

14-18years

Book Details

Genre
Realistic Fiction
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Historical Fiction
Topics
Grief / Death
History: World
Music
Themes
Values/Ideas: Music
Emotions/Behavior: Conflict
Emotions/Behavior: Courage