Sandra Catchings asked this question about Night:
I am very upset that this book is on a list as appropriate for 14 year old 8th graders. Because it is , my son is being forced to read it by his school. My family is deeply effected by this book. My son is in emotional upheaval and very depressed. This book should not be listed as appropriate for this age group. It should be read at the high school level and up- and be lsited as so. How could a book like this end up ?
May I read this in 8th grade, and I wasn't fully happy with my life at the time. But I LOVED this book. I literally couldn't put it down. The history and …moreI read this in 8th grade, and I wasn't fully happy with my life at the time. But I LOVED this book. I literally couldn't put it down. The history and the story made me feel so inspired to do something great, and help others. This book pulled me out of my "sad" stage and brought me into my happy life. I would have to say that each middle schooler should read this at some point in their life because I really helped me see all the great things that I have. (less)
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