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In a starred review, School Library Journal called this acclaimed and often-banned book, “A masterpiece.” Now with a new paperback cover, this novel from bestselling author Chris Crutcher is a thought-provoking story about love, loyalty, and friendship in the face of adversity. For fans of Andrew Smith and Matt de la Peña.
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Review:
“A masterpiece.” (School Library Journal (*Starred Review*))
“[A] transcendent story of love, loyalty and courage...Superb plotting, extraordinary characters and crackling narrative...unforgettable.” (Publishers Weekly (* Starred Review *))
“Pulse-pounding, on both visceral and intellectual levels—a wild, brutal ride.” (Kirkus Review (Pointered Review))
About the Author:
“[A] transcendent story of love, loyalty and courage...Superb plotting, extraordinary characters and crackling narrative...unforgettable.” (Publishers Weekly (* Starred Review *))
“Pulse-pounding, on both visceral and intellectual levels—a wild, brutal ride.” (Kirkus Review (Pointered Review))
Chris Crutcher has written nine critically acclaimed novels, an autobiography, and two collections of short stories. Drawing on his experience as a family therapist and child protection specialist, Crutcher writes honestly about real issues facing teenagers today: making it through school, competing in sports, handling rejection and failure, and dealing with parents. He has won three lifetime achievement awards for the body of his work: the Margaret A. Edwards Award, the ALAN Award, and the NCTE National Intellectual Freedom Award. Chris Crutcher lives in Spokane, Washington.
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- PublisherYearling Books
- Publication date1996
- ISBN 10 0440220092
- ISBN 13 9780440220091
- BindingMass Market Paperback
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