Dear Martin - Nic Stone -

is a critically acclaimed young adult novel by Nic Stone, published in 2017. It explores the life of Justyce McAllister, a high-achieving Black teenager who grapples with systemic racism and police brutality in contemporary America. Core Premise and Plot

It was named one of TIME magazine’s 100 Best YA Books of All Time . Dear Martin - Nic Stone

Justyce's white peers often struggle to recognize their own socioeconomic advantages, leading to dismissive attitudes toward racial inequality. is a critically acclaimed young adult novel by

Justyce finds himself between two worlds—his affluent school and his home neighborhood—feeling like he doesn't fully fit in either. Justyce's white peers often struggle to recognize their

A sequel focusing on Quan, an incarcerated teen who writes letters to Justyce from a youth detention center. Dear Manny (2025): The final installment in the trilogy. Impact and Awards Bestseller Status: It is a #1 New York Times bestseller.