Summary
This middle grade novel by up-and-coming Ehrenhaft is the perfect read for angst-filled preteens, with an alienated hero, parents who don’t understand, a race against time, and an unlikely savior in mangy Jack. Strong writing and issues such as stepfamilies and teen rebellion make this a good classroom discussion novel for both sexes; it has high mass appeal as well.WHAT IF MAN’S BEST FRIEND TURNED INTO MAN’S WORST ENEMY?It’s Stephen King meets Shiloh in this thrilling action-adventure surviv…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780440419501 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0440419506 |
| Author: | Daniel Ehrenhaft |
| Publisher: | Bantam Doubleday Dell Publishing Group Inc |
| Imprint: | Bantam USA |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 240 |
| Release Date: | 15 July 2004 |
| Weight: | 190g |
| Dimensions: | 192mm x 133mm x 13mm |
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Critics Review
“A smartly written, thoroughly engrossing tale.”—Publishers Weekly
“A fast-paced novel with stark language … readers will be sympathetic to the pair’s plight.”—School Library Journal
“Nicely written with a sprinkling of humor amid the pages of action and adventure.”—VOYA
About The Author
Daniel Ehrenhaft
Daniel Ehrenhaft is an award-winning author of books for young adults. When he isn’t writing, he serves as the Editorial Director of Soho Teen, at Soho Press. He lives in Brooklyn with his wife, Jessica; their son, Nate; and their scruffy dog, Gibby. and follow Daniel on Twitter @danielehrenhaft.
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