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? The events of this book all happen over the span of 60 seconds. <\/strong>Long Way Down by Jason Reynolds is an exploration of 15-year-old Will\u2019s raw and emotional internal conflict with grief and revenge following the murder of his brother Shawn. Will is bound by the unspoken rules of his world: no crying, no snitching, and always seeking revenge. <\/p>\n

The story unfolds over a single, minute-long elevator ride. <\/strong>Will is on his way down to carry out his act of revenge, but sees a ghost from his past on every floor the elevator stops at. The figures are tied to the violence that surrounds him, and they push Will to confront his motives, fears, and vengefulness. <\/p>\n

The characters are developed with extreme depth. <\/strong>Some appear only briefly as ghosts, but are still given vivid storylines that show the audience the interconnected lives of individuals caught in the cycle of violence. With each extra floor, the tension rises, inviting readers to consider what exactly Will should do.<\/p>\n

Written in free verse poetry, the book radiates Will\u2019s emotions<\/strong> and the high stakes of his decision. Each word feels deliberate and intense, keeping readers on the edge of their seats. <\/p>\n

You can find it at <\/strong>Diwan<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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