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.
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What you thought...
Average rating:
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samantha smith, 24 January 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 January 2023
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some chapters are too disturbing if ykyk but im feelin it 😉😏
jasmine B, 24 January 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 June 2022
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I have read this book and the sequels and I loved it :)
martha, 17 June 2022
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Overrated, too long and generally unamusing
JD, 11 April 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 January 2022
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Great book! Very interesting.
Lira, 27 March 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 March 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 October 2019
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Love it!:)
Anonymous, 01 October 2019
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amazzziiiiinnnnngggggg!!!!!!!
Anonymous, 28 August 2019
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very nice it was good and i can't wait to read the sequels
epicgamer, 01 July 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 June 2019
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Awesome
Naf, 26 May 2016
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Great read, loved it.
Hsbsbxu, 06 April 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, 04 January 2016
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i thought that the book was great and also very interesting.
claire, 14 December 2015
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good
youre mama, 04 November 2015
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Love the book already only read 2 chapters!!
secret, 16 August 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, 03 August 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 July 2015
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Sounds very, very good!
Emmi, 22 November 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 March 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 October 2013
this book is missing the sound description