On The Come Up & The Hate U Give 2-Book Collection Box Set by Angie Thomas - Fiction - Paperback
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Titles in This Set:
On the Come Up
The Hate U Give
Format: Paperback
Overview:
Angie Thomas's Collector's Boxed Set brings together two defining works of modern YA fiction: The Hate U Give and On the Come Up. The Hate U Give follows Starr Carter as she moves through two worlds—her tight-knit Garden Heights community and a predominantly white prep school—after witnessing a police shooting. The novel interrogates race, truth-telling, and the courage it takes to speak up when it matters most. On the Come Up shifts the spotlight to Bri Williams, a teenage rapper whose ambition meets the realities of fame, family, and community pressures in Garden Heights. Together, these two novels offer a powerful, emotionally engaging reading experience: distinctive voices, urgent themes, and a seamless thread of resilience and justice. This 2-book set in a single paperback edition is an ideal gift for readers seeking timely, thought-provoking contemporary realism and memorable heroines who refuse to stay silent.
What Makes This Collection Special:
This box set showcasing Angie Thomas's work presents two complementary pathways into very contemporary conversations about voice, visibility, and values. The Hate U Give anchors Starr Carter’s moral courage as she navigates grief, friendship, and activism in the face of injustice. On the Come Up widens the lens to explore how art—especially hip-hop and storytelling—can spark change, challenge stereotypes, and secure a future for a family. Read together, the books map a vibrant arc from witness to advocate, from personal loss to collective empowerment. The writing sings with rhythm, wit, and heart, balancing hard topics with humanity. Bundling them in one affordable paperback collection heightens binge-read appeal, perfect for book clubs, classrooms, or a personal library that thrives on meaningful discussion and lasting impact.
Books Included in This Collection:
On the Come Up
On the Come Up follows Bri Williams, a determined teen in Garden Heights who uses her voice and art to shape her destiny. The novel blends sharp humor with piercing social commentary as Bri negotiates family loyalty, community expectations, and the lure of fame. Angie Thomas’s hallmark pace, lyrical dialogue, and truthful character voices drive a story that feels urgent, relevant, and deeply human. A powerful exploration of ambition, identity, and resilience, this title stands on its own while enriching the shared world readers first encountered in The Hate U Give.
The Hate U Give
The Hate U Give centers on Starr Carter as she becomes the witness—and the voice—of a community rocked by police violence. The narrative pulls readers into Starr’s inner life and outward actions as she faces fear, social scrutiny, and moral choice. Thomas writes with unflinching honesty, balancing intimate family moments with broader questions about justice, media portrayal, and systemic inequality. This is a landmark contemporary novel that has inspired classroom conversations, book clubs, and readers worldwide to reflect, discuss, and demand change.
Who This Set Is Perfect For:
This box set is ideal for teens and adults who crave intelligent, socially resonant YA fiction. It suits readers who want immersive stories with relatable protagonists, as well as educators and librarians seeking two essential titles for discussions on race, media, and community. Gift buyers will appreciate the value of owning two acclaimed, award-influencing novels by a single, trusted author. Perfect for BookTok followers, collectors, and anyone building a thoughtful, conversation-provoking personal library. Suitable for ages 14 and up, with themes that resonate across high school and beyond.
Key Benefits:
- Two powerful YA novels by Angie Thomas in one affordable box set
- Timely, socially conscious storytelling that prompts discussion and reflection
- Strong, relatable heroines who model courage, resilience, and voice
- Shared themes of community, justice, and personal growth across both titles
- Compact paperback format—easy to shelf, lend, or gift
- Ideal for book clubs, classroom libraries, and personal reading journeys
About the Author:
Angie Thomas is an American author renowned for The Hate U Give and On the Come Up, both published by Balzer + Bray (HarperCollins). Born September 20, 1988, in Jackson, Mississippi, she earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from Belhaven University in 2011. The Hate U Give became a New York Times bestseller and was adapted into a major feature film in 2018, expanding Thomas’s reach and impact. On the Come Up (2019) continued her exploration of Black youth, voice, and resilience, followed by further works such as Concrete Rose. Thomas’s work is celebrated for authentic dialogue, fearless social insight, and a steadfast commitment to representation and empowerment for young readers and beyond.
Why You’ll Love This Box Set:
Owning this two-book collection gives you immediate access to two essential, interlinked narratives that illuminate the range and depth of Angie Thomas’s storytelling. You’ll experience powerful, award-worthy writing, memorable characters, and themes that spark conversation in any reading group or classroom. The boxed set format offers tangible value, a cohesive reading journey, and stylish, ready-to-display packaging—an excellent gift for readers who value literature with real-world impact and enduring re-readability.
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