Piecing Me Together

By: Renee Watson

Narrated by: Renee Watson

Length: 5 hrs and 38 mins

Publisher's summary

A timely and powerful story about a teen girl from a poor neighborhood striving for success, from acclaimed author Renee Watson.

Jade believes she must get out of her neighborhood if she's ever going to succeed. Her mother says she has to take every opportunity. She has. She accepted a scholarship to a mostly-white private school and even Saturday morning test prep opportunities. But some opportunities feel more demeaning than helpful. Like an invitation to join Women to Women, a mentorship program for "at-risk" girls. Except really, it's for black girls. From "bad" neighborhoods.

But Jade doesn't need support. And just because her mentor is black doesn't mean she understands Jade. And maybe there are some things Jade could show these successful women about the real world and finding ways to make a real difference.

Friendships, race, privilege, identity - this compelling and thoughtful story explores the issues young women face.

©2017 Renee Watson (P)2018 Recorded Books

Indifferent

The storyline was not what I expected but I gave it a chance. Still not impressed. The narrator made the story slow and somewhat boring. I am sure it could have been better if I read the novel without the narration.

Inspired

Loved it, it provides voice for young ladies trying to navigate life, friendship, family and social issues, while still remaining true to self.

Woah

This book was so amazing and meaningful. I had no idea what it’s like to be a black person living in our racist society. Everything about this is perfect. Thank you.

A deeply interspective read

Having the author read brought a even greater quality to an already profound book. A colorful and mosaic view of the young black women's lived experience in the US.

Piecing Me Together ❤❤

I love this author reading this book,it was a easy read, I read it two times, to me all young girls are trying to piecing
their lives together now

Extraordinary!

I teach 8th grade Language Arts, and this book was recommended to me by our school librarian. I am so glad I had the opportunity to listen to this important novel read by the actual author. We need to hear these stories, so that people can learn from Jade's courage to speak up!

Black Girl Magic!!

This was a great read! I love how Jade gained her confidence and began to speak up. Once she did she influenced the trajectory of her path, she began to receive what her heart desired and deserved!

A new classic!! Wish I had more stars!

I loved every minute of it especially the way the author reads it!! This book should be required reading in schools as it covers so many issues of the times while being a great story. As a post 50 year old I not only enjoyed this but learned many different life lessons and points of view. Great read for any high schooler especially girls of any color. You won't be disappointed!!

Glimpse into our and colored lives

I think this story works not only for blacks but for all poor. I do have a black granddaughter who is growing up in a home without luxury.. No extra money even for her needs. This story could serve as a discussion point for her and her single mom.

Beautiful novel!

I LOVE this book. I have been choosing novels for my 8th grade English literature class. There are so many amazing Black American authors to choose from, but Piecing Me Together is above and beyond. I HIGHLY recommend this masterpiece for all readers, probably age 10+.