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There Goes the Neighborhood Hardcover – March 7, 2023

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A raised fist against the destructive forces of gentrification and a love letter to communities of color everywhere, Jade Adia's unforgettable debut tells the darkly hilarious story of three best friends willing to do whatever it takes to stay together.

The gang is fake, but the fear is real.

Rhea’s neighborhood is fading away―the mom-and-pop shops of her childhood forced out to make space for an artisanal kombucha brewery here, a hot yoga studio there. And everywhere, the feeling that this place is no longer meant for her. Because while their little corner of South L.A. isn’t perfect, to Rhea and her two best friends, it’s something even more important―it’s home. And it’s worth protecting.

But as more white people flock to their latest edgy, urban paradise for its cheap rent and sparkling new Whole Foods, more of Rhea’s friends and family are pushed out. Until Rhea decides it’s time to push back. Armed with their cellphones and a bag of firecrackers, the friends manipulate social media to create the illusion of gang violence in their neighborhood. All Rhea wanted to do was protect her community. Her friends. Herself. No one was supposed to get hurt. No one was supposed to die.

But is anyone ever really safe when you’re fighting power with fear?

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6.22 x 1.41 x 9.3 inches
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March 7, 2023
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136808432X
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978-1368084321
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"A charming and beautiful ode to found family, nerdy Black girls, and urban communities everywhere surviving and thriving despite it all.”――Ashley Woodfolk, New York Times best-selling co-author of Blackout and Whiteout

"A transcending story of what it looks like to be uprooted and how far you'll go to stay intact. Beautifully done and laced with the constant reminder of how friends aren't only family, they're also home."――Britney S. Lewis, author of The Undead Truth of Us

"Equally strong in its magnetic messiness and potent candor, the novel plunges into discussions of youth activism, capitalism-fueled displacement, and racism’s myriad forms with fierce vision and conviction. A robust cast of characters diverse across various dimensions gives voice to contemporary perspectives on community-oriented social justice and performative wokeness . . . this one’s a much-needed read. Plain terrific."――Kirkus Reviews

"In this riveting portrait of community care, debut author Adia paints the pain, danger, and consequences of gentrification with visceral clarity, highlighting changes such as displacement and fractured families via Rhea’s biting and witty voice and her unwavering loyalty to her hometown."――Publishers Weekly

"Outstanding. This book packs such a fierce, fantastic punch in the best possible way. I devoured it and still wanted more. Alive with love and fully awake to the joy, hilarity, rage, and heartache of this broken world, There Goes the Neighborhood fires on all cylinders and takes no prisoners."――Daniel José Older, New York Times best-selling author of Shadowshaper

There Goes the Neighborhood is part coming-of-age, part thrilling mystery, with a razor-sharp wit that cuts deep. This book radiates joy while not shying away from necessary truths."――Elise Bryant, author or Happily Ever Afters and One True Loves

“There Goes the Neighborhood is the epitome of ‘for the culture.’ Adia’s debut is hilarious, heartfelt, and sometimes as bitter as it is sweet. With a trio of friends who will do anything to stay together and protect their community, you’ll discover a new found family to root for and a craving for all your favorite street food. A true love letter to the Block and its people."――Lane Clarke, author of Love Times Infinity

About the Author

Born and raised in South LA, Jade Adia writes stories about gentrification, Black teen joy, and the sh*tshow that is capitalism. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Ethnicity, Race & Migration, and a certificate in Human Rights. She recently survived law school, graduating with a specialization in Critical Race Studies. There Goes The Neighborhood is her debut novel. Find her online at www.jadeadia.com and on Instagram @jadeadia.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Disney Hyperion (March 7, 2023)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 432 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 136808432X
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1368084321
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 12 - 18 years
Grade level ‏ : ‎ 7 - 12
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.6 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.22 x 1.41 x 9.3 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #217,010 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #422 in Teen & Young Adult Friendship Fiction
- #1,074 in Teen & Young Adult Mysteries & Thrillers

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Born and raised in Los Angeles, Jade Adia writes stories about gentrification, Black teen joy, and the sh*tshow that is capitalism. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Ethnicity, Race & Migration, and a certificate in Human Rights. She recently survived law school, graduating with specializations in both Critical Race Studies and Public Interest Law and Policy. There Goes The Neighborhood is her debut novel.

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Adero

Literally the best book I’ve ever read.

Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2023

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I’ve already read this book four different times and get something new and magical after each read. The author moves through really heavy topic in a very effortless yet intentional way. I love the main character Rhea and am grateful that she is as dynamic and messy and brilliant and perfect in her own right as young Black girls are. This is a win and can’t wait to read more from Jade Adia!

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Danielle Parker

Amazing YA debut!

Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2023

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I absolutely devoured this book! With incredible characters and profound themes, an excellent new YA on the block. Grab your copy today!

Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2023

There Goes The Neighborhood! Wow, this is a powerful read! It is witty, funny, complex, heartbreaking, captivating, and wonderful! This book is soooooo beautiful! I love this trio of friends who are more like family! I adore their love for their neighborhood! I was shocked by the plot twists and surprises! I am obsessed with this book as whole! It fantastically written!

Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2023

This was a solid read for me, although I started out not liking Rhea, the main character. But I liked the author's writing style, and she drew me into this beautiful neighborhood full of BIPOC folks who looked out for each other. While I didn't always agree with Rhea's choices, I understood that much of that came from a place of fear, after the traumatic experience of witnessing one of her best friends being shot as an innocent in a drive-by. It was made even worse by her mother checking out of her life in all the ways that matter. Small wonder that she didn't trust many people and she avoided change like the plague.

The author tackles some timely issues including gentrification (hence the title), racism, the savior complex, exploitation, and different ways to fight for what is right. While this could have been bogged down by these issues, the author did a wonderful job of maintaining a sense of humor throughout, making me want to come back to the book every time real life intruded. The mystery wasn't difficult for me to figure out, but there was at least one surprise for me, and I really liked the ending.

She also addressed the very real situation of girls choosing to sell themselves in order to fulfill their dreams and that while it can be dangerous, it is by choice. I liked that while one of the main characters did this, her friends still loved her and didn't judge her for it. The transgender woman who played the Auntie to all the kids in the neighborhood provided a safe space for kids who were often kicked out of their families after coming out. I loved the romance between Zeke and Lou which provided all the feels, even when Lou was upset over something Zeke thoughtlessly said. I liked how the author resolved the situation.

Overall, this was a solid debut novel and I can't wait to read more from this author!

I received an advance review copy for free from the publisher and NetGalley, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

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Great explanation of gentrification and its impact

Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2023

High school sophomores Rhia, Zeke, and Malachi have been best friends since pre-school. When gentrification threatens to force Zeke and his family out of their apartment, Rhea comes up with a plan. Start a fake gang to scare away the white, hipster investors who have been taking over the neighborhood and edging out the long-standing Black and brown businesses. Since it's a fake gang, there's no real concern about violence. But when a man ends up dead, things take a turn that Rhea wasn't expecting. This book was a bit longer than I would have liked and the murder mystery aspect got pretty twisty and hard to follow, but overall I really liked this book. It's one of the first I've found that really explains gentrification in practical and meaningful ways that teens will not only grasp but want to take action against.

Thank you to Disney Publishing and NetGalley for a review copy of this book.

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BeautyNBks

Heavy YA read

Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2023

There Goes the Neighborhood was not what I expected at all. I was expecting a light hearted read about a friend group not wanting to break up.

What I got was a book about a fake gang, gentrification, LGBT and Trans issues and a teen sugar dater, a murder and for-profit schools. I forgot over policing and detainment of Black and brown youth. There were too many weighty issuses and it was impossible to process all of these issues in one book.

I really enjoyed Rhea's relationship with her two besties, Malachi and Zeke. Rhea got on my nerves for 80% of the book and was so immature in some ways. I get many of her issues were do to her nonexistent relationship with her mother when she needed her the most. I couldn't believe how Rhea'smother never showed up for her!

This book went on way too long and the way the book was wrapped up at the end gave after-school special vibes. I was so exhausted after reading this book.

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K. Chapman

Teens take on the unwanted gentrification of their neighborhood

Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2023

This is an outstanding but deep book. It deals with a lot of difficult subjects, from gentrification to racism, and how they affect not just neighborhoods but the people who make them what they are.

How would it feel to be unfairly targeted to be removed from your lifelong neighborhood, to be taken away from everyone and everything you’ve ever known and loved? Yes, bad things have happened, but it’s still home—and these are your people. How far would you go to save your neighborhood? And how far is too far?

This is a book that will be eye-opening to many, and the author doesn’t pull any punches. I could think of a lot of adults who would benefit from reading this book.

My thanks to NetGalley and Disney-Hyperion for the advanced readers copy of this book. Please note my review is independent and my opinions are my own.

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