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The Tight-Rope Walkers
The Tight-Rope Walkers
Reviewed by: Jan Hamilton - Long Creek Center, South Portland., Southern Maine Library District
Review Date: May 13, 2015
Review
Well written and lyrical The Tight-Rope Walkers is a must read for high school and adult. Readers are introduced to Dominic who shares a British hovel in post WWII with his angry father. Drawn to Holly, the talented girl next door, Dom struggles with his desire to spent time with her or to join up with the local bully Vincent. This coming of age story may challenge some readers who shy away from violence and local dialect. Readers however will be rewarded with a fantastic story that bridges time and social norms revealing how several youths view the unattractive and stilted world around them. Characters are well depicted individuals with hearts who face ethical issues and make moral choices.
Add this to all high school media centers and to YA collections in public libraries.
Cream
Overall Book Score: excellent
About the Book
Author:
Almond, David
Illustrator: ,
Publisher: Candlewick Press
Book Type: chapter book fiction
Genre: realistic fiction,historical fiction
Audience: grades 10-12,adult / professional
Binding Type: reinforced trade binding
Binding Quality: good
ISBN: 9780763673109
Price: 17.99