Yummy: The Last Days of a Southside Shorty
96
Novel • Fiction
Chicago, Illinois • 1990s
2010
YA
11-14 years
GN510L
Yummy: The Last Days of a Southside Shorty by G. Neri explores the life of Robert "Yummy" Sandifer, an eleven-year-old in Chicago caught in gang violence. Through illustrations, the book presents Yummy's struggles, choices, and the impact of his environment, highlighting themes of innocence, crime, and community.
Dark
Gritty
Mysterious
Emotional
Unnerving
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Yummy: The Last Days of a Southside Shorty by G. Neri has been praised for its gripping narrative and impactful use of the graphic novel format to explore complex social issues. The artwork effectively enhances the storytelling. However, some critiques point out a lack of depth in character development. Overall, the book is seen as a poignant and thought-provoking read for both teens and adults.
Readers who appreciate Yummy: The Last Days of a Southside Shorty by G. Neri are typically teens interested in gritty, true crime stories with social themes. Comparable to The Outsiders and Monster, this graphic novel appeals to fans of realistic, engaging narratives exploring youth and crime.
7,166 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Yummy: The Last Days of a Southside Shorty is based on the true story of Robert "Yummy" Sandifer, a real-life incident that attracted significant media attention in the 1990s.
The book's author, G. Neri, originally conceived the project in response to a story about Yummy featured in Time magazine, which highlighted the complexities of youth gang involvement.
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Illustrator Randy DuBurke was awarded the Coretta Scott King Author Honor for his artwork in the book, which captures the gritty and heartbreaking nature of Yummy's story.
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96
Novel • Fiction
Chicago, Illinois • 1990s
2010
YA
11-14 years
GN510L
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