The Hate U Give

In the book, ‘The Hate U Give’, Khalil says “She claim she trying to get clean, but its the usual”. What does this quote show us about Khalils life?

In the book, ‘The Hate U Give’, Khalil says “She claim she trying to get clean, but its the usual”. What does this quote show us about Khalils life?

Chapter 1, page 16

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It shows his life is chaotic and very difficult. Khalil sold drugs because his mother, Brenda—who struggles with addiction—was in debt to King. King tried to persuade Khalil to join the King Lords, but Khalil refused.