Sunday, March 2, 2008

Breaking Rank

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1. Hole in My Life by Jack Gantos
2. The Only Alien on the Plant by Kristin D. Randle
3. Make Lemonade by Virginia Wolff

Statement:
Breaking Rank appeals to adolescent readers through the Clan’s mysterious nature and Casey’s rebellious actions. Teens will especially enjoy this book because it deals with coming-of-age issues directly, just like readers have to do in real life.

Question:
What is Randle’s message to readers? Is she trying to encourage acceptance of others, discourage gang membership, or both?

--Emily Allex

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