The Skin I’m In
by Sharon G. Flake
The Skin I'm In by Sharon G. Flake holds a highly rated rating of 4.13 out of 5, based on 9.6K reader ratings. First published in 1998. The book spans 176 pages.
About The Skin I'm In
Miss Saunders, whose skin is blotched with a rare skin condition, serves as a mirror to Maleeka Madison's struggle against the burden of low self-esteem that many black girls face when they're darker skinned. Miss Saunders is tough and through this, Maleeka learns to stand up to tough-talking Charlese.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Sharon G. Flake |
| Published | 1998 |
| Pages | 176 |
| Genres | Young Adult, Fiction, Fiction, Books, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.13 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 9,634 |
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What genre is The Skin I'm In?
The Skin I'm In is categorized as Young Adult, Fiction, Fiction, Books. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is The Skin I'm In worth reading?
Based on 9.6K reader ratings, The Skin I'm In has an average score of 4.13 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Skin I'm In?
The Skin I'm In has 176 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote The Skin I'm In?
The Skin I'm In was written by Sharon G. Flake. It was first published in 1998.
What is the ISBN for The Skin I'm In?
The ISBN-13 for The Skin I'm In is 9780786813070.0.
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