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"Haddix...creates a thought-provoking story laced with themes of transcendentalism, self-centeredness, and the importance of human connectivity."--Publishers Weekly
"The prolific Haddix gives young teens another suspensful tale...Themes of friendship, self-centeredness, and the ties that bond are common issues for young adults as they struggle to find themselves and thier place in the world....Haddix addresses these themes without preaching."--VOYA
"Haddix's characters are, as usual, superbly drawn, and Lindsay's struggle to shape her identity independent of what others think of her will surely resonate with many young readers."--The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
"An intriguing and often exciting diversion."--Kirkus Reviews
"The prolific Haddix gives young teens another suspensful tale...Themes of friendship, self-centeredness, and the ties that bond are common issues for young adults as they struggle to find themselves and thier place in the world....Haddix addresses these themes without preaching."--VOYA
"Haddix's characters are, as usual, superbly drawn, and Lindsay's struggle to shape her identity independent of what others think of her will surely resonate with many young readers."--The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
"An intriguing and often exciting diversion."--Kirkus Reviews
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Lindsay Scott hit the big time at age five, when she became the star of the television show "Just Me and the Kids." It seemed like she was set for life--until she had a nervous breakdown when she was eleven, because Lindsay had suddenly developed a very dangerous sense of ESP--the ability to hear what anyone was thinking about here, at any time, anywhere in the world. Lindsay's father whisked her away to her long-gone mother's house in small town Springdale, and Lindsay was amazed to discover that within the four walls of the house, she can't hear anything out of the ordinary. And so Lindsay has stayed hidden in the house, safe from other people's thoughts, doing her best to stay out of sight and let the world forget her.
When the tabloids print a "where are they now" story about her, claiming that Lindsay's maniacal father has kept her imprisoned in her house for the past five years, a couple of well-meaning teens attempt to "rescue" Lindsay. For the first time in five years, Lindsay is outside the protective quiet of her house. And that's when she hears the one voice she never expected to hear: her mother's.
When she discovers that perhaps her mother didn't leave voluntarily, she has a choice to make: will she risk everything to find the truth about her past--and the source of her ability?
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4.0 out of 5 stars
Deep and Compelling Issues,
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This review is from: Claim to Fame (Hardcover)
Reason for Reading: I'm a fan of the author's.Deep topics are under discussion in this book, first and foremost being transcendentalism. The main character does an awful lot of thinking and figuring things out in her head rather than impulsively acting upon her feelings as so many juvenile book character do. This leaves me somewhat concerned with the age group the book is marketed to. (The dust jacket says 10-14). I think that age group expects action rather than quotes from great transcendentalists such as Emerson. Personally, I recommend the book for Young Adults, 13+. I enjoyed the book immensely. I haven't read too many books by Haddix, yet, but I've yet to find one I don't like. Lindsay Scott is a mysterious character at first as we find her. Then as she opens up and tells her story I found her to be a compelling character. The story is a slow one, with lots of thinking, reminiscing, and the turnings inside Lindsay's head. The action does not start until near the end, bringing the book to a satisfactory conclusion. Lindsay is a former television sitcom star (sort of a "Full House" knock off) where she was the cute little kid. When she hit puberty, her powers also hit. Lindsay can hear anything, anyone, anywhere in the world says about her. Being a popular actress this brought on an avalanche of voices in her head and while she tried to cope she eventually had something akin to a nervous breakdown (to the outside world). The show was canceled and Lindsay became a recluse for the next five years, not leaving her house, living with her father who was abandoned by her mother upon her birth. We meet Lindsay at age 16, just as her father has died and she begins the journey into figuring out why she is the way she is. What starts this journey is a night on which two teenage fans "kidnap" Lindsay, having read in a tabloid that she was being kept under lock and key by an abusive father. This forces Lindsay to look at her life and she discovers she may not be the only one with her powers. A very unique topic, with characters that are real and sincere. I found this an enjoyable read that dealt with a lot of issues teens will relate too such as death of a parent, peer pressure, what others think of us, wanting to hide away from the world and ultimately leaves with a positive message that when others think ill of us (are unkind, even bullying) there are likely to be issues in that person's life making them act out aggressively to others, letting one understand how to feel compassion for one's enemies. This was a quick, page-turner for me. Recommended.
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3.6 out of 5 stars (35 customer reviews) 10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
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The Ordinary Extraordinary,
By P. Brown "Library Geek" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Claim to Fame (Hardcover)
Unlike most of her books I've read, this one reminded me much of Double Identity. I loved that book and I loved this one as well. The analogy behind what Lindsey is going through and the past behind her. What I loved about this book is really how teenagers feel right now, obsessed about what they look like and wanting to know what others think about them. Well Lindsey does know from all around the world of every second of every day if she isn't inside her house.Another thing is that this kind of gives a glimpse of how teens feel about just wanting to hole up and not come out of their home. Also about losing parents, in Lindsey's case both, one through death, the other through misunderstandings. I truly love this book and know that many of the teens in our library will truly enjoy it, especially our young teenage girls. 12 of 15 people found the following review helpful
1.0 out of 5 stars
Very disappointed,
By L. K. Hopkins - Published on Amazon.com
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This review is from: Claim to Fame (Hardcover)
As a huge fan of Haddix, I anxiously awaited this book. I can't describe how disappointed I was, however, once I received and read it.There is virtually very little "action", something kids this age require in their reading. The plot moves along very slowly and was actually boring at times. The biggest problem with this book, however, is that it is so closely tied to Transcendentalism - something that most children this age have never even heard of much less understand. I struggle with the understanding part myself and I am an educated 48 year old! Quotes from Thoreau that are included do nothing to help clarify what Lindsay is going through...in fact, in adds to the confusion! Haddix has always been an author that I have recommended to my 6th grade students but this book will NOT be added to my list of recommended reading. I do hope this is just a "fluke" and her future writing will once again be back up to her standard. 4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great book with a good message for teens & tweens,
By Unity Dienes - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Claim to Fame (Hardcover)
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Like her other books, this one plays with reality for a book with just a hint of sci fi/fantasy. Watching Lindsay deal with her talent provides the momentum for the plot and the dramatic tension. Because I came to care for Lindsay I wanted to see how she would cope, and the main question of the narrative is whether she will become a crazy recluse or be able to handle normal society. Maybe not a question of riveting interest to young people (especially boys) but I was hooked.The book was clean, although rape and child molestation are mentioned in mostly veiled references among Lindsay's fears. There is a slightly disturbing scene near the end where a prisoner who, it has been suggested, plans to violate Lindsay is released from prison and is coming closer and closer to get her. (They can keep tabs on his progress through Lindsay's talent). The scene works out in a happy manner without any violence but a sensitive child might have trouble with the innuendo throughout the book involving the prisoner. The take-home message was not to care too much about what other people think of you, which is appropriate for the main audience of the book. Lindsay is a strong main character and a good role model. Recommended. |
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