Extraordinary Means
Autor Robyn Schneideren Paperback – 26 mai 2015 – vârsta de la 13 ani
Up until his diagnosis, Lane lived a fairly predictable life. But when he finds himself at a tuberculosis sanatorium called Latham House, he discovers an insular world with paradoxical rules, med sensors, and an eccentric yet utterly compelling confidante named Sadie—and life as Lane knows it will never be the same.
Robyn Schneider's Extraordinary Means is a heart-wrenching yet ultimately hopeful story about the miracles of first love and second chances.
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9780062392558
ISBN-10: 0062392557
Pagini: 336
Dimensiuni: 140 x 210 x 21 mm
Greutate: 0.3 kg
Editura: HarperCollins Publishers
Colecția Katherine Tegen Books
ISBN-10: 0062392557
Pagini: 336
Dimensiuni: 140 x 210 x 21 mm
Greutate: 0.3 kg
Editura: HarperCollins Publishers
Colecția Katherine Tegen Books
Textul de pe ultima copertă
Up
until
his
diagnosis,
Lane
lived
a
fairly
predictable
life—but
when
he
finds
himself
at
a
tuberculosis
sanatorium
called
Latham
House,
he
discovers
an
insular
world
with
paradoxical
rules,
med
sensors,
and
an
eccentric
yet
utterly
compelling
confidant
named
Sadie—and
life
as
Lane
knows
it
will
never
be
the
same.
Recenzii
“Schneider’s
subtlety,
combined
with
themes
about
learning
to
live
life
fully,
makes
this
an
easy
recommendation
for
those
seeking
titles
similar
in
premise
to
John
Green’s
The
Fault
in
Our
Stars.”
“Balancing the hope of new beginnings against the uncertain fates of victims, it’s a novel that should prompt thoughtful discussions.”
“Clever banter, self-deprecating humor and the distinctive characters ensure that this captivating book about life, death, fear, and second chances will fly off the shelves.”
“The perfect read-next for fans of the sick-lit trend and readers looking for a tear-stained romance.
“Fans of John Green’s blockbuster The Fault in Our Stars who are eager for more of that kind of story will likely be satisfied.”
Praise for THE BEGINNING OF EVERYTHING: “Smart writing and a compelling narrator raise this book above ordinary depictions of high school drama. Efficient use of language, evocative descriptions and subtle turns of phrase make reading and rereading this novel a delight.”
“This thought-provoking novel about smart kids doing interesting things will resonate with the John Green contingent, as it is tinged with sadness, high jinks, wry humor, and philosophical pondering in equal measures.”
“Schneider shows remarkable skill at getting inside her narrator’s head as his life swings between disaster and recovery.”
“Robyn Schneider can write.”
“This is a wonderfully told story. The dialogue moves the plot along at a fast pace, and Ezra, with all his flaws, is a character to whom readers can relate. Teens won’t want to put this one down.”
“THE BEGINNING OF EVERYTHING is a tragic romance of the best kind that leaves the reader feeling as though they are part of the story, and wishing there was more.”
“Balancing the hope of new beginnings against the uncertain fates of victims, it’s a novel that should prompt thoughtful discussions.”
“Clever banter, self-deprecating humor and the distinctive characters ensure that this captivating book about life, death, fear, and second chances will fly off the shelves.”
“The perfect read-next for fans of the sick-lit trend and readers looking for a tear-stained romance.
“Fans of John Green’s blockbuster The Fault in Our Stars who are eager for more of that kind of story will likely be satisfied.”
Praise for THE BEGINNING OF EVERYTHING: “Smart writing and a compelling narrator raise this book above ordinary depictions of high school drama. Efficient use of language, evocative descriptions and subtle turns of phrase make reading and rereading this novel a delight.”
“This thought-provoking novel about smart kids doing interesting things will resonate with the John Green contingent, as it is tinged with sadness, high jinks, wry humor, and philosophical pondering in equal measures.”
“Schneider shows remarkable skill at getting inside her narrator’s head as his life swings between disaster and recovery.”
“Robyn Schneider can write.”
“This is a wonderfully told story. The dialogue moves the plot along at a fast pace, and Ezra, with all his flaws, is a character to whom readers can relate. Teens won’t want to put this one down.”
“THE BEGINNING OF EVERYTHING is a tragic romance of the best kind that leaves the reader feeling as though they are part of the story, and wishing there was more.”