At what age did you guys read this book?

[Jamie]

I read it when I was five, because it was on a shelf that I could reach, and I liked the cover. It scared me a bit. I read it again when I was about 11, because someone gave me the second one to read (they didn't know it was a series). I read it for the third time when I was 14, because it was on a summer reading list, and even though I had read it twice at this point, I had to pick out and discuss themes and imagery, which I had not quite noticed when I read it before. I am now re-reading it (about 10 years later), because I want a mate to read it, who utterly refuses to read a "YA" book, and I want to make sure that all the depth and beauty I had seen through my young eyes was not the product of my youth.

[Jamie]

Angela wrote: "I first read it in sixth grade (age 11) and reread a few times since (I'm 28 now). I did not discover there were sequels until after I graduated high school and read them immediately because I alwa..."

That is exactly how I felt! The ambiguous ending haunted me for years, until I read the second book. Although I was glad for a resolution (and I liked the books), the sequels did not move me in the same way as the first.

[Kayne]

I read that when I was 15 saw that on our school library and it was brilliant

[HABIBA]

I read it at the age of 20 , it was a gift from a 13 years old boy , who told me that is a must read in US . I was really impressed by the writter , the style and the main idea

[Harmony]

My orchestra teacher in high school read it to us when I was a freshman. She was so blown away by the book that she shortened our playing time to share it with us. I feel in love with the book and have read it many times since then.

[Bennie]

Annie wrote: "I first read this quite recently. I'm over 21. It was enlightening and I could see why many people had recommended to me over the years. Have you read the other books? If so, are they any good? I'v..."

Annie wrote: "I first read this quite recently. I'm over 21. It was enlightening and I could see why many people had recommended to me over the years. Have you read the other books? If so, are they any good? I'v..."

Annie wrote: "I first read this quite recently. I'm over 21. It was enlightening and I could see why many people had recommended to me over the years. Have you read the other books? If so, are they any good? I'v
I was in 5th grade when I first read this book I hated it then but I recently reread it and it was just perfection!

[Bookish Girl]

I read this book when I was a teenager, however, I decided to read it again (age 26) as I wanted to finish the series. This book is quite fascinating and I recommend it to anyone and everyone.

[Sharon]

I read this book this year and I was 66. I loved it and want to know more.

[WISHi]

Year 7, 12 years old.

Wow, this is a really big age range, I guess it is just one of those books.

[Vanessa]

I read it 2 years ago, when I was 30. :)

[Paulina]

When I was 17 I think.

[Mia]

12

[Kat]

I first read the book in 8th grade, I was about 12-13 years old at the time. I read it again at 24 and I really feel that the age at which I initially read this novel is perfectly fitting. The Giver is a story about coming of age so its only fitting to read it at that time in life. Its not a difficult read but it is a beautiful story. Although I think it can be enjoyed at all ages, readers between 11-14 will be most able to relate to it.

[Latasha]

I was 16 yrs old when I read the giver in High School.

[Izzy]

11

[Bekah]

I read it in 5th grade, so I would have been 10.

[Amanda]

7th grade

[Cap_Rice]

Jr. High School, 13?

[Brooke]

I read it last year (22 years old). I saw the commercial previews for the movies, which interested me in the book. Great read!

[[deleted user]]

My frined read it about age 10 or 9. I'm working on it now.

[Joy]

I was in my 30's and read it before I did a novel study on it with a 7th grade class. I have read it many more times since then. I have also read all of the companion books. Giver is my favorite of the set and one of my all-time favorite books. I still haven't seen the movie because I'm afraid the movie will ruin the book I love.

[Emily]

11, I was in middle school. It was one of those mandatory books to read and I was the only kid in class that actually liked it. I also think it was the last "assigned" book that I read all the way through. It has been stuck in my mind ever since. I love it! :)

[dxddy7._]

Lupe wrote: "I read it when I was 10 or 12 but I have reread it multiple times since. I really enjoy The Giver its one of my fav books (:" i was ten

[Z]

9 or 10

[April]

Read this book only few months ago - I am 36 years old. Who said this is "young adult book"?! Contents contains such "depth" - This is an adult book!!

[Selina]

I read this book in school when i was 12 and i read it again when i was 14, and i haven't read the rest of the series.

[Kim]

I read this when I was 12, and I loved it. It really made me think about things. It made me appreciate emotions.

[~jaquii♥]

I read The Giver when I was in 6th grade, so I guess I was 11 years old.

[Dawn]

I just read it for the first time last year (37 years old) with my 9 year old. One of his best friends and the friend's mom also read them with us. It was great to have the boys be able to discuss different aspects with a peer as well as a parent.

[Claire]

My class read it together in 8th grade

[Kay]

I was 12. 7th grade and I loved it! I'm glad more people know about this treasure now.

[Jamie]

It is in the seventh grade curriculum and it is even used in some sixth grade. I would say that it is a great read for a person of any age over about 11.

[Jamie]

Jason wrote: "Annie wrote: "I first read this quite recently. I'm over 21. It was enlightening and I could see why many people had recommended to me over the years. Have you read the other books? If so, are they..."

I have read them all. Gathering Blue is the second book...Though Jonus is barely mentioned. The next book is Messenger which ties the other two books together. Son is the final book and it ties everyting back to The Giver.

[[deleted user]]

I was 9 when I first read it

[Savonne]

Annie wrote: "I first read this quite recently. I'm over 21. It was enlightening and I could see why many people had recommended to me over the years. Have you read the other books? If so, are they any good? I'v..."


I remember reading this book in middle school in my English class as the group reading things you have to do like we all had to do with to kill a mockingbird.I believe it was 7th grade. Anyway, it's a phenomenal book and the movie if I remember correctly is almost spot on minus a few conversations. (I know nothing turned into a movie can be 100% but still haha)

[Christian]

I read it when i was 11

[Kerri]

14 :D

[Natasha]

When I was 14.
:)

[Moriah]

I was 20 or 21. It was close to my birthday. I thought the whole quartet was lovely and I deeply regret not having stumbled upon it sooner.

The Giver still stands out as the best to me though.

[Monise]

I only just read it last year before the movie hit the cinemas. I was 14.

[Azee]

I read it when I was 16, I think. I love it. Thinking of re-reading it.

[Peyton]

10 so 5th grade

[Caden]

I believe that I read this book the first time when I was ten and then finished the series when I was 11. I love this book series!

[Mayra]

I read it at 8, and I think its awesome

[shelsel.lh]

Last year in school. 7 grade reading class. Good book

[Jasmine]

I stumbled upon it in 6th grade, I was probably around 10 or 11. I specifically read it because I liked Number The Stars by Lois Lowry.

[Ashley]

I read this book in eighth grade. I loved it! I wasn't too excited about the movie at all. I do not even want to watch it because I anticipate that it would ruin the book.

[Susan]

55 years old

[Sara]

17 :) i liked it , it surely tackles your mind to think :)

[Fidel]

I actually read it when i was 15, my Sophomore year of High School