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Franki
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May 07, 2011 04:38PM
I just finished THE PULL OF GRAVITY and really liked it. It seemed like more of a younger YA novel (middle school) but I was hooked from the beginning. A great read.
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Franki wrote: "I just finished THE PULL OF GRAVITY and really liked it. It seemed like more of a younger YA novel (middle school) but I was hooked from the beginning. A great read."I feel sorry for the younger YA novel because they always get lost. Too young for Printz and too old for Newbery. We need an award for the middle ground.
I agree. These are the kinds of books I look for too--I have a K-5 library and it is a huge need--these YA books for younger readers. Seems there is such a span of YA. This is a great book. It isn't young like OKAY FOR NOW. Definitely upper middle school, I think. Definitely a great read.
Although there is a huge connection to OF MICE AND MEN so maybe it will appeal to older kids too. I can see lots of HS teachers sharing it.
I am reading The Accidental Genius of Weasel HighIt's a combination novel/graphic novel. The protagonist is 14, but I think the appeal is for 11 and up. I'm enjoying it so far.
