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The Giver
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April 1, 2021
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April 30, 2021
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New School Classics- 1915-2005
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April 2021 New School Classics Group Read

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What Members Thought

Heather L
2013: I actually read an entire book in one day! I cannot remember the last time I made such an accomplishment. This was a great story, riveting and well-deserving of the numerous awards it has garnered.

2021: Finished rereading this for a classic group read, and enjoyed it as much as the first time.
Rebecca Graf
Oct 09, 2016 rated it it was amazing
I am usually a late reader in many aspects. Popular books are ones I read years after they are released. This is usually because I hate the hype of any book so I wait until I’m reading it for pleasure and not for what the critics want. This is the case with The Giver.

After I saw the movie, I had to read the book. While there were many differences, they were understandable in bringing the book to the screen. I found it well done on both accounts.

The characters are outstanding. They have you in th
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Melissa
Nov 06, 2009 rated it really liked it
Shelves: fiction
Is this book dystopian fiction about the dangers of government control? Is it a thoughtful examination on the forgetfulness and sheep-like behaviors we humans are so prone to? Is it a coming of age story that teaches true maturity comes in our self-sacrificial service to others? Is it a reminder that we are at least partially responsible for atrocities committed by our nations and communities? Is a call to love others and stick up for those who cannot defend themselves?

Yes. And more too.
Shannon
Dec 25, 2008 rated it it was amazing
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Liz
Feb 27, 2009 rated it it was amazing
Rhonda
Apr 02, 2009 rated it really liked it
Kayleen
May 07, 2009 rated it really liked it  ·  review of another edition
Shelves: young-reader, series
Lucy
Dec 24, 2009 rated it really liked it
Shelves: read-2009
Gaijinmama
Feb 05, 2010 marked it as to-read
Sharon
Feb 22, 2010 rated it liked it
Cate Howley
Sep 27, 2010 rated it really liked it
Ashley
Oct 17, 2010 rated it it was amazing
Shelves: school, favorites
Justin Difazzio
Jun 28, 2011 rated it it was ok
Sonja Sommers Milbourn
Oct 24, 2011 rated it it was amazing
Kristina
Dec 15, 2011 marked it as to-read
Narine
Jun 25, 2012 rated it liked it
Shelves: classics
Andrea
Aug 22, 2012 rated it it was amazing  ·  review of another edition
Shelves: ebook, own
Carrie
Feb 14, 2013 marked it as to-read  ·  review of another edition
Shelves: own
Joe
Jan 14, 2021 rated it it was amazing
Amy
Jan 22, 2014 rated it it was amazing
Erica
Sep 24, 2014 rated it really liked it  ·  review of another edition
Shelves: dystopia, children, 2014
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