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"Ryan Turner was standing alone on the subway platform when he saw the punch coming." Growing up white isn't easy, especially in a mixed-race school in the heart of Hollywood, California, but 17-year-old Ryan Turner is doing the best he can. Between taunts from his teachers, race riots in the cafeteria, and threats of detention, Ryan is just trying to get through the day. A mad, hysterical world where teachers peddle Marxist ideology, pinch-nosed white girls apologize for their "racism," and everyone strives to avoid the ultimate in humiliation: diversity training. A young adult novel about race, dating and growing up in America.

Books for Teens

It's hard to find good books for teens that actually deal with reality. This is one of those rare books that doesn't pander or condescend to its readers. A hard-hitting, realistic portrayal of life in 21st century America.

Mike Stone is the author of A New America.

5 Stars "A fast-paced, exciting novel."

5 Stars "A well-written book of an America gone mad."

5 Stars "Read it in one sitting. Had to remind myself it's supposed to be fiction."

5 Stars "You would never see a book written like this in mainstream publications."

5 Stars "More Great read."

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