Ace of Spades is a debut YA novel that deals with some heavy but important issues. With a mystery woven into the story, Ace of Spades will hook you right away!
Devon Richards and Chiamaka Adebayo attend Niveus Private Academy. They are on the only two African American students in the school. They are chosen to be part of the Senior Perfects which only enhances their chances of getting into the college of their choice. But, they start getting messages from Aces. These aren't nice messages. Neither of them have any idea who is behind this. Aces is relentless and soon the whole school knows information about the two of them that could ruin their futures. So, just who is Aces? Devon and Chiamaka are determined to find out. Will they? And what will happen if they do?
This book definitely keeps you engaged. It's very relevant and it deals with topics such as systemic racism, class, race, privilege, and sexual orientation. This is just and outstanding debut!
Devon Richards and Chiamaka Adebayo attend Niveus Private Academy. They are on the only two African American students in the school. They are chosen to be part of the Senior Perfects which only enhances their chances of getting into the college of their choice. But, they start getting messages from Aces. These aren't nice messages. Neither of them have any idea who is behind this. Aces is relentless and soon the whole school knows information about the two of them that could ruin their futures. So, just who is Aces? Devon and Chiamaka are determined to find out. Will they? And what will happen if they do?
This book definitely keeps you engaged. It's very relevant and it deals with topics such as systemic racism, class, race, privilege, and sexual orientation. This is just and outstanding debut!