Book : Jake, Reinvented - Korman, Gordon

-Titulo Original : Jake, Reinvented

-Fabricante :

Little, Brown Books For Young Readers

-Descripcion Original:

There is a mysterious new student at F. Scott Fitzgerald High. Jake Garrett looks like hes stepped out of a J. Crew ad, hes the best long-snapper the football team has ever had, and he hosts the party every Friday night.All the guys want to be like him, and all the girls want to date him, but Jake only has eyes for Didi, the girlfriend of quarterback Todd Buckley.Rick Paradis, kicker and back-up QB, tries to stay out of the drama, but thats easier said than done at Fitzgerald High, especially once he gets to know Jake. But it turns out nobody knows the real Jake, and when his secret comes out, his perfectly crafted world might come tumbling down.In this modernization of The Great Gatsby, beloved author Gordon Korman provides a new look at age-old truths about the desire for popularity and acceptance, and the darker side of human nature.A compelling investigation of the transience of charisma and the flimsy underpinnings of popularity. -Bulletin of the Center for Childrens BooksKormans reworking of The Great Gatsby places theaction in a modern framework, which makes it more recognizable for todaysreaders and may lead them to the classic. Teens will find deeper issues toconsider about popularity, being true to ones self, and taking responsibilityfor ones actions as they relate to the setting and characters. -Booklist Review PRAISE FOR THE JUVIE THREE* Theres lots to relish here.--Kliatt, starred reviewKormans reworking of The Great Gatsby places the action in a modern framework, which makes it more recognizable for todays readers and may lead them to the classic. Teens will find deeper issues to consider about popularity, being true to ones self, and taking responsibility for ones actions as they relate to the setting and characters.--School Library JournalPRAISE FOR BORN TO ROCK* Another wild, funny adventure from Korman, who knows how to please his YA audience.--Kliatt, starred reviewPRAISE FOR BORN TO ROCK* This one . . . has the goods to go platinum. --Publishers Weekly, starred reviewPRAISE FOR BORN TO ROCKLaugh-out-loud funny, honest, hot and sweet.--Kirkus ReviewsPRAISE FOR SON OF THE MOB[An] expertly plotted escapade.--BooklistPRAISE FOR SON OF THE MOBA fast-paced, tightly focused story.--The Horn BookPRAISE FOR SON OF THE MOBFunny and unexpectedly affecting.--Publishers WeeklyPRAISE FOR SON OF THE MOBAn ALA Top Ten Best Book for Young Adults An ALA Top Ten Quick Pick for Reluctant Readers A Chicago Public Library Best Book of the YearPRAISE FOR THE JUVIE THREE* [T]hese kids are living minute to minute, where one false step may haunt them forever. . . . [B]e prepared for high demand.--Booklist, starred reviewPRAISE FOR THE JUVIE THREEThis novel is signature Korman.--School Library JournalPRAISE FOR THE JUVIE THREEAn ALSCA Notable Book, 2009A compelling investigation of the transience of charisma and the flimsy underpinnings of popularity.--Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books About the Author Gordon Korman wrote his first book at age fourteen and since then has written more than eighty middle grade and teen novels. His favorites include the New York Times bestselling The 39 Clues: Cahills vs. Vespers, Book One: The Medusa Plot; Ungifted; Pop; and Schooled. Gordon lives with his family on Long Island, New York. He invites you to visit him online at GordonKorman .