Romiette And Julio
Readers rate it 3.5 (6 on Hardcover)
336 pages · Released May 1, 2001 · Turtleback Books
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A note for parents
This is a contemporary retelling of Romeo and Juliet set in modern-day Cincinnati with African American protagonists. The story centers on two teens from rival gangs who fall in love, exploring themes of prejudice, family conflict, and the desire for peace. While it addresses gang violence and contains some mild language and physical conflict, the overall message is strongly anti-violence and pro-reconciliation. The novel is appropriate for mature middle-grade readers and up, though the gang context and themes of death make it better suited to early teens.
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