One of the most controversial YA novels of all time, The Chocolate War is a modern masterpiece that speaks to fans of S. E. Hintons The Outsiders and John Knowless A Separate Peace. After suffering rejection from seven major publishers, The Chocolate War made its debut in 1974, and quickly became a bestsellingand provocativeclassic 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 Editors Choice A New York Times Outstanding Book of the Year Read more
Publisher:Ember; Anniversary,Reprint edition (September 14, 2004)
Language:English
Paperback:272 pages
ISBN-10:0375829873
ISBN-13:71
Reading age:12 - 17 years
Lexile measure:820L
Grade level:7 - 9
Item Weight:7.4 ounces
Dimensions:5.5 x 0.56 x 8.25 inches
