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The Last Safe Place on Earth
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Binding: Paperback
EAN: 9780440220077
ISBN: 0440220076
Label: Laurel Leaf
Manufacturer: Laurel Leaf
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 176
Publication Date: July 01, 1996
Publisher: Laurel Leaf
Reading Level: Ages 9-12
Studio: Laurel Leaf
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Editorial Review:
In this perceptive, chilling look at censorship and religious fanaticism, tenth-grader Todd and his family discover that their secure suburban community is no protection against obsessive, destructive ideas when Todd's little sister is brainwashed into hating and fearing Halloween. The compelling plot and Todd's likeable narrative help bring the complex issues home to young readers. An ALA Best Book for Young Adults.
Todd, 15, thinks life in the quality community of Walden Woods is perfect, until Laurel, his dream girl, comes to babysit for his sister and reveals the forces of fundamentalism and censorship at work in the town.A provocative new novel by a highly honored author that speaks to today's issues of censorship and fundamentalism.
Customer Reviews
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Rating:  - Nowhere is Safe
Todd's family moved to this town because it seemed so safe. Life on Tranquility Lane was pretty close to perfect for him and his two sisters, Diana and Marnie. This year, though, just when Todd and Diana are getting settled into high school, things are changing.
First there has been some vandalism, and Todd's house was a target. All of their Halloween decorations were ruined. Several cars have been stolen and crashed by joyriders. And Todd's little sister Marnie is having terrible ... Read More
Rating:  - The Last Safe Place on Earth: A Must-Read for All
When I began reading this book, I was unsure if I would like it or not. But soon after beginning, I found myself caught up in the plotline. The way Peck so vividly describes the world we live in, as well as the false sense of security that many have, struck me. What was particularly fascinating was how he captured the attitudes of high schoolers, how they wish to be "cool", and the uncertainty many people experience below placid facades. This book is a must-read for anyone, young or old, male or female, ... Read More
Rating:  - I hated it
I HAD TO READ THIS BOOK FOR A PROJECT IN SCHOOL AND I THOOUGHT THE BOOK WAS REASLLY REALLY BAD. I LOVE READING BUT IF THIS WAS MY FIRST BOOK I READ I WOULD NEVER READ AGAIN! SO DON'T GET IT!
Rating: - A Brilliant Author Who Happens to Write for Teens
The trouble with many young adult books is that they simply aren't well written and the characters are stagnant and interchangeable. This is far from the case in Richard Peck's "The Last Safe Place on Earth". In reading this book you can tell that Peck prefers to write for a young audience, as opposed to some of his peers who seem forced into that realm because adults won't tolerate their simplistic writing styles. "The Last Safe Place on Earth" never demeans its audience with sledgehammer plot points. ... Read More
Rating: - This should be required reading for adults and children.
Richard Peck has weaved a story that is well written, extremely interesting, believable and relevant.
Engagingly narrated in the first person by main character Todd Tobin, the book reveals the Tobins to be crafted as an All-American family. They are not perfect, however, in the vein of Leave it to Beaver or Ozzie and Harriet. This family has its flaws, questions its actions and makes mistakes. You can easily believe that they are based on a real family.
In addition to the excellent writing and ... Read More
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