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Synopsis
In a world whose unsure future is clouded by the constant threat of nuclear war, four teenagers--a Native American, a Mexican immigrant, a sheepherder's daughter, and a rock musician--try to build a life for themselves. Reprint.
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About the Author
Three-time Newbery-winning author Gary Paulsen, hailed as "one of the best-loved writers alive" by the New York Times, divides his time between his ranch in New Mexico, a sailboat on the Pacific Ocean, and his dog-kennel in Alaska. He's written over 200 books for young people, stories that have been embraced by readers of all ages.
From School Library Journal
Gr 8 Up–Paulsen's short, theme-driven novel (Atheneum, 1986) illustrates the terrible threat of nuclear weapons. Told in alternating chapters, this title follows four diverse young adults seeking their place in the world. Sue is a Native American who finds solace in an unexpected place. Peter, a talented musician, is looking for the perfect sound. David travels to America from Mexico to find work and earn money to help his family. Laura, a rancher's daughter from Montana, is seeking recognition from her family. Between each chapter the author includes a vignette about an American soldier during wartime (World War II, Korea, Vietnam), highlighting their youthful optimism until they discover the horrors of war and return home with broken bodies, minds, spirits, and dreams. Are they the sentries, the soldiers that fight and guard our freedoms so that the next generation can pursue their dreams? In the final chapter, we learn how all this sacrifice and promise can be destroyed with a flip of a switch that sets off a nuclear bomb. Kate Rudd and Benjamin L. Darcie effectively create a unique voice for each of the characters and vary the narration's pace when appropriate. The lack of a definitive plot may cause listeners to lose interest. The audiobook may be useful in classrooms to generate discussions about the effects of war and nuclear weapons and for public libraries that circulate the print version.–Terri Norstrom Cary Area Public Library, ILα(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
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Condition: Very Good. Four strangers fight for the lives they want in this emotional young adult novel from Newbery Honor author Gary Paulsen sure to strike a chord. They are four different people with four separate lives: Sue, a young woman distanced from her native roots; David, a traveler in search of a dream; Laura, a student seeking her parents' understanding; and Peter, a rock star struggling to create the perfect sound. One looming fate threatens them all. And everything they love may be taken away in a fleeting second. Seller Inventory # 00106765005
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Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
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Condition: Good. Four strangers fight for the lives they want in this emotional young adult novel from Newbery Honor author Gary Paulsen sure to strike a chord. They are four different people with four separate lives: Sue, a young woman distanced from her native roots; David, a traveler in search of a dream; Laura, a student seeking her parents' understanding; and Peter, a rock star struggling to create the perfect sound. One looming fate threatens them all. And everything they love may be taken away in a fleeting second. Seller Inventory # 00106764985
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Simon Pulse (edition ), 1995
ISBN 10: 0689804113
ISBN 13: 9780689804113
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Condition: Very Good. Four strangers fight for the lives they want in this emotional young adult novel from Newbery Honor author Gary Paulsen sure to strike a chord. They are four different people with four separate lives: Sue, a young woman distanced from her native roots; David, a traveler in search of a dream; Laura, a student seeking her parents' understanding; and Peter, a rock star struggling to create the perfect sound. One looming fate threatens them all. And everything they love may be taken away in a fleeting second. Seller Inventory # CIN0689804113VG
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Condition: Good. Four strangers fight for the lives they want in this emotional young adult novel from Newbery Honor author Gary Paulsen sure to strike a chord. They are four different people with four separate lives: Sue, a young woman distanced from her native roots; David, a traveler in search of a dream; Laura, a student seeking her parents' understanding; and Peter, a rock star struggling to create the perfect sound. One looming fate threatens them all. And everything they love may be taken away in a fleeting second. Seller Inventory # CIN0689804113G
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ISBN 10: 0689804113
ISBN 13: 9780689804113
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