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I've been wanting to read this book for a long time, and I'm so glad I finally got around to it! I actually read this in one sitting.
The world is paradise - in this community, there is no war, minimal pain, and constant harmony. Jonas is rapidly approaching 12, when his future career will be chosen for him. He has no idea what to expect, but is chosen for a role he has never before heard of, the Receiver, who is the holder of the community's collective memory. He goes to train with the Receiver, ...more
The world is paradise - in this community, there is no war, minimal pain, and constant harmony. Jonas is rapidly approaching 12, when his future career will be chosen for him. He has no idea what to expect, but is chosen for a role he has never before heard of, the Receiver, who is the holder of the community's collective memory. He goes to train with the Receiver, ...more
I enjoyed this short, young adult novel set in a future of conformity ans "sameness". Jonas is almost 12, when he will be given his adult work assignment. This is a great look at freedom, choice and so many other big issues and I bet it has started many a great dialogue in 8th grade lit classes.
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