Unfortunately, Draper's strengths (her desire to delve into tough social issues, such as child abuse, drug addiction, incest, bulimia, and domestic violence) become this book's weakness as the story line teeters on implausible. For example, in less than 20 pages Gerald faces the following: the death of a close friend (a passenger in a car that was driven by a drunk teammate); the discovery of his drunk, evil stepfather trying to sexually assault his younger stepsister; a brutal attack by his stepfather; and a raging apartment fire that threatens to kill them all. Nonetheless, Draper creates believable and important heroes for teenage boys--those who are forged from adversity, only to burn more brightly and courageous. (Ages 12 and older) --Gail Hudson
Forged by Fire
📄 Viewing lite version
Full site ›
Book Details
Author(s)Draper, Sharon M.
PublisherSimon Pulse
ISBN / ASIN0689818513
ISBN-139780689818516
AvailabilityIn Stock.
Sales Rank25,125
CategoryJuvenile Fiction
MarketplaceUnited States 🇺🇸
Description ▲
Sharon Draper has indeed forged a fiery name for herself in the field of young adult literature--that of a courageous writer, willing to tackle tough, real-life problems while developing honorable, streetwise role models for troubled teens. Her previous novel, Tears of the Tiger, garnered much acclaim and became the first recipient of the Coretta Scott King Genesis Award. In this second novel, Draper weaves in characters from Tears--most significantly Gerald Nickleby, a young basketball player who discovers his innate strength and determination while protecting his stepsister's safety and his mother's honor.
Similar Products ▼
More Books in Juvenile Fiction
My Heart Is Like a Zoo: A Story About Feelings, Emotio…
View
Little Red Riding Hood (Storybook Classics)
View
The Unicorn's Secret, The Journey Home
View
I Choose You (Pokemon Chapter Book)
View
Darth Paper Strikes Back: An Origami Yoda Book (Volume…
View
Little Quack Counts
View
Jungle Friends (Step-Into-Reading, Step 1)
View
The Infinite Sea: The Second Book of the 5th Wave
View