The 57 Bus

A True Story of Two Teenagers and the Crime That Changed Their Lives

De: Dashka Slater

Narrado por: Robin Miles

This riveting nonfiction book for teens about race, class, gender, crime, and punishment tells the true story of an agender teen who was set on fire by another teen while riding a bus in Oakland, California.

One teenager in a skirt.

One teenager with a lighter.

One moment that changes both of their lives forever.

If it weren't for the 57 bus, Sasha and Richard never would have met. Both were high school students from Oakland, California, one of the most diverse cities in the country, but they inhabited different worlds. Sasha, a white teen, lived in the middle-class foothills and attended a small private school. Richard, a black teen, lived in the crime-plagued flatlands and attended a large public one. Each day, their paths overlapped for a mere eight minutes. But, one afternoon, on the bus ride home from school, a single reckless act left Sasha severely burned, and Richard charged with two hate crimes and facing life imprisonment. The case garnered international attention, thrusting both teenagers into the spotlight.

©2017 Dashka Slater (P)2017 Recorded Books

Incredible book!

Loved this book so much. Bravo! Keep on writing. Being a Californian myself and raising two teenagers, I really felt these characters.

It is very important to educate the public about gender identity especially at this time.

The strength and forgiveness of Sasha is remarkable. The parents stories from both sides are explained in detail and relatable.

Important

This is an important listen about the power of forgiveness and restorative justice. As shocking as the event that took place is, it isn't the major focus of the book. It's about understanding others, developing empathy, and how all parties can find peace after tragedy. An important focus for our time.

Amazing

This is such an amazing book it talks about general sexual orientation and race and race it’s a really good book and I recommend it to everyone

Good story

It was a little slow for me, in the beginning, but overall a good read.

A sad yet touching story!

A sad yet touching story of the reality of today's racial and gender stereotyping and struggles.

Not Just a Review

Sometimes you get a book that tells you what happens to someone. A review. This book does that but not in a one sided way. Sometimes you get books that will look at both sides of a situation, perspectives. This book does that but from more than just two sides.

I am a no spoilers gal but will say if you know or yourself are struggling with understanding the Trans+ movement this book will open new pathways for thought and frustration on steps as a nation taken only to be undone. It goes beyond “always play nicely with others” into the spirit of who we really are.

Excellent

This was a terrific, compassionate and even handed look at a shocking crime involving two young people. The book carefully explores the identities and challenges of both teenagers, the problems and potential solutions of the justice system, and societal shifts in gender acceptance. The performance was also very good, clear and solemn but never dull. Highly recommend!

Read this book!

Excellent look at two issues harming today’s youth: gender violence and an excessively punitive criminal justice system.

Tragic true story

Tragic story that helps us to understand how a thoughtless moment can lead to tragic consequences.