I'm Not Dying with You Tonight - by Gilly Segal & Kimberly Jones (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br> Told from two viewpoints, Atlanta high school seniors Lena and Campbell, one black, one white, must rely on each other to survive after a football rivalry escalates into a riot. <p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br> <p><strong>The <em>New York Times </em>Bestseller!</strong></p><p><strong>"An absolute page turner, <em> I'm Not Dying with You Tonight </em>is a compelling and powerful novel that is sure to make an impact. " --Angie Thomas, <em>New York Times </em>bestselling author of The Hate U Give</strong></p><p><strong>An NAACP Image Award Nominee, <em>I'm Not Dying with You Tonight</em> follows two teen girls--one black, one white--who have to confront their own assumptions about racial inequality as they rely on each other to get through the violent race riot that has set their city on fire with civil unrest.</strong></p><p>Lena has her killer style, her awesome boyfriend, and a plan. She knows she's going to make it big. Campbell, on the other hand, is just trying to keep her head down and get through the year at her new school.</p><p>When both girls attend the Friday-night football game, what neither expects is for everything to descend into sudden mass chaos. Chaos born from violence and hate. Chaos that unexpectedly throws them together.</p><p>They aren't friends. They hardly understand the other's point of view. But none of that matters when the city is up in flames, and they only have each other to rely on if they're going to survive the night.</p><p><strong>This book is perfect for: </strong></p> <ul> <li>Sparking conversations about prejudice and the racial tension that exists in America</li> <li>Parents and educators looking for multicultural and African American books for teens</li> <li>Fans of Nic Stone, Angie Thomas, and Jason Reynolds</li> </ul> <p><strong>Additional Praise for I'm Not Dying with You Tonight: </strong><br /> "A vital addition to the YA race relations canon." --Nic Stone, <em> New York Times </em>bestselling author of Dear Martin</p> <p>"An astounding achievement. This novel is an incendiary experience, one that does not shy away from difficult questions about privilege and violence. But Jones and Segal don't hold our hands to provide us easy answers; this is a book meant to be devoured in a single sitting and discussed for years to come." --Mark Oshiro, author of <em>Anger is a Gift</em></p> <p>"I'm Not Dying With You Tonight is a powerful examination of privilege, and how friends are often found in surprising places. Jones and Segal have penned a page-turning debut, as timely as it is addictive." --David Arnold, <em> New York Times </em>bestselling author of <em>Mosquitoland</em> and <em>Kids of Appetite</em></p> <p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br> "A powerful examination of society and perspective that shows the dangers in failing to challenge our biases. A must-read." - <strong><em> Lamar Giles, critically acclaimed author of Spin</em></strong> </br></br>"An astounding achievement. This novel is an incendiary experience, one that does not shy away from difficult questions about privilege and violence. But Jones and Segal don't hold our hands to provide us easy answers; this is a book meant to be devoured in a single sitting and discussed for years to come." - <strong><em> Mark Oshiro, Schneider Family Book Award Winner - 2019 for Anger is a Gift</em></strong> </br></br>"I'm Not Dying With You Tonight is a powerful examination of privilege, and how friends are often found in surprising places. Jones and Segal have penned a page-turning debut, as timely as it is addictive." - <strong><em> David Arnold, New York Times bestselling author of Mosquitoland and Kids of Appetite</em></strong> </br></br>"This is a book that is sure to make young readers think, highlighting the importance of understanding different perspectives as its chapters alternate between Lena's and Campbell's points of view. An eye-opening read that will be useful for starting conversations in group settings." - <strong><em> Booklist</em></strong> </br></br>"An absolute page turner, I'm Not Dying with You Tonight is a compelling and powerful novel that is sure to make an impact." - <strong><em> Angie Thomas, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Hate U Give</em></strong> </br></br>"This co-written novel delivers an explosive story, exploring complicated issues as two girls try to survive a horrifying evening. It's not to be missed." - <strong><em> Paste Magazine</em></strong> </br></br>"This YA novel is important reading for both teenagers and adults alike." - <strong><em> HelloGiggles</em></strong> </br></br>"Segal and Jones have proven themselves a dynamic duo in crafting this fast-paced, honest, and page-turning YA novel...Librarians will want to -purchase this -relevant and discussion--worthy YA -novel." - <strong><em> School Library Journal</em></strong> </br></br>"Captivating and poignant, I'm Not Dying With You Tonight will stay with you long after you turn the last page." - <strong><em> Marieke Nijkamp, #1 New York Times bestselling author of This is Where It Ends</em></strong> </br></br>"A vital addition to the YA race relations canon." - <strong><em> Nic Stone, New York Times bestselling author of Dear Martin</em></strong> <p/><br></br><p><b> About The Author </b></p></br></br> <p>GILLY SEGAL spent her college years in Israel and served in the IDF. She is currently a lawyer for an advertising agency. She lives in Atlanta, Georgia. Visit gillysegal.com.</p><p>KIM JONES is the former manager of the bookstore Little Shop of Stories and currently works in the entertainment industry. She lives in Atlanta, Georgia.</p>
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