In “The Hate U Give,” Starr Carter navigates the complexities of racism and police brutality as she grapples with the aftermath of witnessing the fatal shooting of her unarmed friend, Khalil, by a police officer. Amidst escalating tensions and divided communities, Starr’s first-person narrative narrates her struggle to find her identity, challenge societal norms, and speak out against injustice, while exploring themes of race, identity, and the impact of violence on both individuals and communities.