Items related to This Is Not a Drill
Two teens try to save a class of first-graders from a gun-wielding soldier suffering from PTSD
When high school seniors Emery and Jake are taken hostage in the classroom where they tutor, they must work together to calm both the terrified children and the gunman threatening them--a task made even more difficult by their recent break-up. Brian Stutts, a soldier suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder after serving in Iraq, uses deadly force when he's denied access to his son because of a custody battle. The children's fate is in the hands of the two teens, each recovering from great loss, who now must reestablish trust in a relationship damaged by betrayal. Told through Emery and Jake's alternating viewpoints, this gripping novel features characters teens will identify with and explores the often-hidden damages of war.
When high school seniors Emery and Jake are taken hostage in the classroom where they tutor, they must work together to calm both the terrified children and the gunman threatening them--a task made even more difficult by their recent break-up. Brian Stutts, a soldier suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder after serving in Iraq, uses deadly force when he's denied access to his son because of a custody battle. The children's fate is in the hands of the two teens, each recovering from great loss, who now must reestablish trust in a relationship damaged by betrayal. Told through Emery and Jake's alternating viewpoints, this gripping novel features characters teens will identify with and explores the often-hidden damages of war.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author:
Beck (Rebecca) McDowell lives in Huntsville, Alabama. This Is Not a Drill is her first novel.
Review:
"Fast-paced, suspenseful thriller. . . . The hours-long standoff comes to a dramatic and violent climax. . . . A vividly depicted and gripping tragedy." — Kirkus Reviews
“The setup is irresistible, and McDowell’s authentic handling of the confusion and fright of the class of first-graders lends the story a constant undertone of tension. . . . Fans of Todd Strasser and Paul Volponi will relish it.” — Booklist
“What makes this story stand out are the discussions between Emery and the gunman, who is suffering from PTSD. . . . . McDowell balances the gunman’s plight against his son’s shame, fear, and divided loyalties. Written in a format that will appeal to reluctant readers . . . an excellent choice for sparking classroom discussion.” — School Library Journal
“Ripped from the headlines. . . . Fast-moving story that will keep the reader’s attention with bits of humor to lighten the mood. McDowell excels in depicting the voices of the teenage narrators, the first-graders, and a soldier suffering from PTSD.” — Library Media Connection
“The setup is irresistible, and McDowell’s authentic handling of the confusion and fright of the class of first-graders lends the story a constant undertone of tension. . . . Fans of Todd Strasser and Paul Volponi will relish it.” — Booklist
“What makes this story stand out are the discussions between Emery and the gunman, who is suffering from PTSD. . . . . McDowell balances the gunman’s plight against his son’s shame, fear, and divided loyalties. Written in a format that will appeal to reluctant readers . . . an excellent choice for sparking classroom discussion.” — School Library Journal
“Ripped from the headlines. . . . Fast-moving story that will keep the reader’s attention with bits of humor to lighten the mood. McDowell excels in depicting the voices of the teenage narrators, the first-graders, and a soldier suffering from PTSD.” — Library Media Connection
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherNancy Paulsen Books
- Publication date2012
- ISBN 10 0399257942
- ISBN 13 9780399257940
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages224
- Rating
Buy New
Learn more about this copy
US$ 9.90
Shipping:
FREE
Within U.S.A.
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
This Is Not a Drill
Published by
Nancy Paulsen Books
(2012)
ISBN 10: 0399257942
ISBN 13: 9780399257940
New
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. . Seller Inventory # 52GZZZ009A89_ns
Buy New
US$ 9.90
Convert currency
Stock Image
This Is Not a Drill
Published by
Nancy Paulsen Books
(2012)
ISBN 10: 0399257942
ISBN 13: 9780399257940
New
Hardcover
Quantity: 7
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. . Seller Inventory # 5AUZZZ000TFU_ns
Buy New
US$ 9.90
Convert currency
Stock Image
This Is Not a Drill
Published by
Nancy Paulsen Books
(2012)
ISBN 10: 0399257942
ISBN 13: 9780399257940
New
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Brand New. 224 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.75 inches. In Stock. Seller Inventory # 0399257942
Buy New
US$ 29.62
Convert currency
Stock Image
This Is Not a Drill
Published by
Nancy Paulsen Books
(2012)
ISBN 10: 0399257942
ISBN 13: 9780399257940
New
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: New. Seller Inventory # Abebooks82881
Buy New
US$ 59.00
Convert currency
Stock Image
THIS IS NOT A DRILL
Published by
Nancy Paulsen Books
(2012)
ISBN 10: 0399257942
ISBN 13: 9780399257940
New
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! 0.79. Seller Inventory # Q-0399257942
Buy New
US$ 75.07
Convert currency