For those of you interested in a bit of a moody read for these rainy days, I think I have a really great one for you. One of our students read "Ways to Live Forever" over the break and left me a note saying, and I quote, "This book is amazing. I loved it. I think lots of girls will love it - it's so touching and it really gives you something to think about."
So what is this wonderful book about? Well, here's how it starts:
My name is Sam.
I am eleven years old.
I collect stories and fantastic facts.
By the time you read this,
I will probably be dead.
As you may have guessed, Sam is sick - he is in the last stages of leukemia, and he wants to experience everything he possibly can and answer all of the questions nobody ever answers. The book is written as a collection of his journal entries, lists, questions, and pictures, so it's a quick read. And don't think it's all doom and gloom because it has funny moments too. So come give it a try - I'll keep it on special display by the lava lamp!
It's been signed out already! Let me know if you want your name on the waiting list.
ReplyDeleteI am enjoying it so far, :). Should be done it soon!
ReplyDeleteI am done with the book, you can expect it back on Monday :) it was amazingly moving and found myself at tears near the end. overall good read for anyone of ANY age. was excited to find out that a movie is in production.
ReplyDeleteSo glad you enjoyed the book and the movie does look amazing - I hope we get it here in P.A.! Have you checked out the author's website at www.sallynicholls.com ? You might enjoy reading some "inside information" about what she was doing and thinking as she wrote this story:)
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