Justyce McAllister is an exemplar student caught in a world where his achievements and aspirations are overshadowed by the color of his skin. After being unfairly handcuffed by a police officer, Justyce seeks solace in the teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., penning a journal to explore whether those ideals hold relevance in his turbid reality. This inquiry becomes all the more pressing when a casual drive with his friend Manny escalates into a tragic encounter with an off-duty cop, leading to a shooting that thrusts Justyce into a harsh spotlight. Nic Stone’s 'Dear Martin' navigates the complexities of race relations in modern America through the eyes of a young man straddling the line between his dreams and societal perceptions, striving for understanding and justice in an often unjust world.