Synopsis
Named in the 100 Best of the Best ALA Best Books for Young Adults in the Last 25 Years Selection, Carter's gritty, compelling coming-of-age story now comes to mass-market paperback.
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About the Author
Alden R. Carter (www.aldencarter.com) is an award-winning author of nine novels, twenty books of nonfiction, and six picture books. His books for young adults include ALA Best Books for Young Adults Bull Catcher and Between a Rock and a Hard Place. Mr. Carter lives with his family in Wisconsin.
Review
Praise for Up Country...
"A strong central character...a well-placed, believable plot."—School Library Journal
"Carl's...turnabout is convincing enough to sustain the story's power."—Booklist
"Gripping, satisfying, and heart-wrenching--another winner from a talented writer."—Voya
"A powerful story, memorably told."—Kirkus Reviews
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