Noughts and Crosses
(25 reviews with an average rating of 5 out of 5)
Publisher: Penguin
In Malorie Blackman's groundbreaking novel, the population is divided into two: the white Noughts are second-class citizens, and the black Crosses are highly-revered and perceived as the superior race. 15-year-old Callum is a Nought, and his best friend, Sephy, as well as being a Cross, is also the daughter of one of the most influential politicians in the country.
The story focuses on their relationship, which is frowned upon by society, and explores the discrimination they encounter at every turn. By reversing traditional racial stereotypes and presenting the White population as the oppressed race, Blackman has cleverly shown racial prejudice from a different perspective.
As well as being a compelling tale of love and friendship, this is an outstanding and thought-provoking exploration of the futility of prejudice. A contemporary classic.
What you thought...
Average rating:
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samantha smith, 24 Ionawr 2023
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I'm so into this stuff it makes me...feel. Team Callum may he rest in peace. Lost a wonderful soul.
Alya Head, 24 Ionawr 2023
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some chapters are too disturbing if ykyk but im feelin it 😉😏
jasmine B, 24 Ionawr 2023
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This book is excellent. The description is on point I am 11 yrs old, but I would recommend this book for teenagers
Rachael, 30 Mehefin 2022
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I have read this book and the sequels and I loved it :)
martha, 17 Mehefin 2022
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Overrated, too long and generally unamusing
JD, 11 Ebrill 2022
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This is one of the best books I have ever read. I am looking forward to reading her other books. Just seeing the challenges they had to face and still find love was very emotional. 100% recommend.
Jess, 23 Ionawr 2022
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Great book! Very interesting.
Lira, 27 Mawrth 2020
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A really good book, it is like a twist on Romeo and Juliet, where two people manage to find love even though they are surrounded by hate and prejudice.
Holly, 27 Mawrth 2020
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This book is honestly amazing!! I would really recommend it as it is a really gripping read, the series in generally is really good and I recommend reading the rest of the series once you have read the first book!!
Lilah, 14 Hydref 2019
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Love it!:)
Anonymous, 1 Hydref 2019
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amazzziiiiinnnnngggggg!!!!!!!
Anonymous, 28 Awst 2019
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very nice it was good and i can't wait to read the sequels
epicgamer, 1 Gorffennaf 2019
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i love this book its awesome i recommend it to everyone it shows you how love is and how it is gonna end , this story sounds like romeo and Juliet ( i have never read it ). But i love the fact that this book includes love.
Asma, 14 Mehefin 2019
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Awesome
Naf, 26 Mai 2016
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Great read, loved it.
Hsbsbxu, 6 Ebrill 2016
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This has to be one of the best books I have ever read. It´s a fantastic story, like Romeo and Juliet.
Maria, 4 Ionawr 2016
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i thought that the book was great and also very interesting.
claire, 14 Rhagfyr 2015
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good
youre mama, 4 Tachwedd 2015
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Love the book already only read 2 chapters!!
secret, 16 Awst 2015
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I think that this is an amazing book and is a take on Romeo and Juliet, but two lovers are trying to fight racial prejudice. I thought that it was going to take me forever to read this book but as soon as you start it you can't stop!
Mya, 3 Awst 2015
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Wow! A very emotional and moving story of two people and how they battled racial prejudice whilst having a relationship. Blackman strives to create an atmosphere that is hostile towards white Noughts but yet two people manage to find love in the midst of it all. A very interesting and unique read!
Gabbriel , 19 Gorffennaf 2015
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Sounds very, very good!
Emmi, 22 Tachwedd 2014
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This book is really good and is a bit like a take on Romeo and Juliet (except they don't both die at the end - no, I'm not telling you who or even if they do...). I read this book in a day - you get really hooked into it........
Alice, 10 Mawrth 2014
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I really enjoyed this book. It was exciting, fun and easy-to-read. However, i would say that some bits got slightly boring, and it did trail on a bit.
Emelia, 12 Hydref 2013
this book is missing the sound description