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Naughts & Crosses

In this thought-provoking novel, the author delves into the complexities of a society where the Naughts, the lower class, are oppressed by the ruling Crosses. The narrative follows the lives of two teenagers, Sephy and Callum, whose lives are inextricably linked by their contrasting backgrounds. As the story unfolds, the characters are forced to confront the harsh realities of their world, challenging the rigid social structures that govern their lives. more

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Malorie Blackman
Malorie Blackman

Malorie Blackman is a British writer renowned for her young adult literature. Her works often explore themes such as race, identity, and power, with her most famous series being 'Noughts & Crosses'. Born on February 8, 1962, Blackman began her writing career in the 1990s. more

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“But the Good Book said a lot of things. Like 'love thy neighbor' and ' do unto others as you would have them do unto you'. If nothing else, wasn't the message of the Good Book to live and let live? So how could the Crosses call themselves 'God's chosen' and still treat us the way they did?”

“D'you ever wonder what it would be like if our positions were reversed?' I ask. At Jack's puzzled look I continue. 'If we whites were in charge instead of you Crosses?' 'Can't say it's ever crossed my mind,' Jack shrugs. 'I used to think about it a lot,' I sigh. 'Dreams of living in a world with no more discrimination, no more prejudice, a fair police force, an equal justice system, equality of education, equality of life, a level playing field.”