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Staying Fat for Sarah Byrnes
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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Staying Fat for Sarah Byrnes
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Chris Crutcher
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:320 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 203,Width 134 |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780062687746
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| Classifications | Dewey:FIC |
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
HarperCollins Publishers Inc
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| Imprint |
Greenwillow Books
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| Publication Date |
5 April 2018 |
| Publication Country |
United States
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Description
Called a "masterpiece" in a starred review from School Library Journal, award-winning author Chris Crutcher's acclaimed Staying Fat for Sarah Byrnes is an enduring classic. This bestselling novel is about love, loyalty, and friendship in the face of adversity. "Superb plotting, extraordinary characters, and cracking narrative make this novel unforgettable."-Publishers Weekly Sarah Byrnes and Eric Calhoune have been friends for years. When they were children, his weight and her scars made them both outcasts. Now Sarah Byrnes-the smartest, toughest person Eric has ever known-sits silent in a hospital. Eric must uncover the terrible secret she's hiding before its dark current pulls them both under. Will appeal to fans of Marieke Nijkamp, Andrew Smith, and John Corey Whaley. "Once again, Chris Crutcher plunges his readers into life's tough issues within a compelling story filled with human compassion . . . with his characteristic intelligence, humor, and empathy."-ALAN Review An American Library Association Best Book for Young Adults Includes exclusive extras.
Author Biography
Chris Crutcher has written nine critically acclaimed novels, an autobiography, and two collections of short stories. Drawing on his experience as a family therapist and child protection specialist, Crutcher writes honestly about real issues facing teenagers today: making it through school, competing in sports, handling rejection and failure, and dealing with parents. He has won three lifetime achievement awards for the body of his work: the Margaret A. Edwards Award, the ALAN Award, and the NCTE National Intellectual Freedom Award. Chris Crutcher lives in Spokane, Washington.
Reviews"A masterpiece." -- School Library Journal (*Starred Review*) "A transcendent story of love, loyalty and courage. Superb plotting, extraordinary characters and crackling narrative...unforgettable." -- Publishers Weekly (* Starred Review *) "Pulse-pounding, on both visceral and intellectual levels-a wild, brutal ride." -- Kirkus Review (Pointered Review)
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