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The Tragedy Paper

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by Elizabeth LaBan (Goodreads Author)

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Is this a must to read? What made you want to keep reading it?
Holly Honestly, I don't think this is a must read. I went into it thinking that but the "tragedy" really isn't so much a tragedy as it is a mildly bad event…moreHonestly, I don't think this is a must read. I went into it thinking that but the "tragedy" really isn't so much a tragedy as it is a mildly bad event. Very anticlimatic. The thing that kept me reading was waiting for that tragedy and the writing style of the whole book.(less)
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Does anyone know which US State this is set in?
Alyssa Definitely New York, specifically Westchester county.
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What is the age rating for this book??? I thought it would be like teenagers, but from the language used in the novel, it sounds more like middle school.
Isabel The characters are in high school. There is some discussion of a senior paper which really would be beyond middle school. Also the character talks a b…moreThe characters are in high school. There is some discussion of a senior paper which really would be beyond middle school. Also the character talks a bit about going to college. So for that part it may be more relatable for HS students. Reading level is definitely MS appropriate. (less)
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