The Chocolate War

by Cormier, Robert
ISBN: 9780375829871
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One of the most controversial YA novels of all time, The Chocolate War is a modern masterpiece that speaks to fans of S. E. Hinton's The Outsiders and John Knowles's A Separate Peace.

After suffering rejection from seven major publishers, The Chocolate War made its debut in 1974, and quickly became a bestselling--and provocative--classic for young adults. This chilling portrait of an all-boys prep school casts an unflinching eye on the pitfalls of conformity and corruption in our most elite cultural institutions.

"Masterfully structured and rich in theme; the action is well crafted, well timed, suspenseful."--The New York Times Book Review

"The characterizations of all the boys are superb."--School Library Journal, starred review

"Compellingly immediate. . . . Readers will respect the uncompromising ending."--Kirkus Reviews, starred review

An ALA Best Book for Young Adults
A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year
A Kirkus Reviews Editor's Choice
A New York Times Outstanding Book of the Year

  • Format: TradePaperback
  • Author: Cormier, Robert
  • ISBN: 9780375829871
  • Condition: Used
  • Dimensions: 8.20 x 0.70
  • Number Of Pages: 272
  • Publication Year: 2004

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  • A Not-So-Sweet Story

    Fairley N. - 7 years 4 months ago

    Constantly challenged and forever memorable, Robert Cormier's "The Chocolate War" was one of the most important (and impactful!) stories I remember reading when I was younger. A dark and sinister look at how absolute power corrupts absolutely confined to a school setting. When a new student transfers to a new school in a new town, he is chosen to engage in a simple challenge: to refuse to sell chocolates for the school during the annual fundraiser. What begins as a childish dare soon turns into an unstoppable dive into depravity. Though a Young Adult title, the plot is surprisingly rich and complex with realistic characters and realistic consequences. Truly a haunting book that lives up to its legacy. This is one of the truly great literary finales and an unforgettable climax that lingers with you long after you've closed the book.

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