Name: Jake, Reinvented (repackage)
SKU: 48709439
Price: 234.00 ZAR
Availability: InStock
Author: Gordon Korman
ISBN: 9781484798423

Type

Physical Book

Author

Gordon Korman

Publisher

Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Language

English

Format

Paperback

Dimensions

20.6x13.7x1.3 cm

Weight

0.23 kg.

ISBN13

9781484798423

Synopsis "Jake, Reinvented (repackage)"

There is a mysterious new student at F. Scott Fitzgerald High. Jake Garrett looks like he's stepped out of a J. Crew ad, he's the best long-snapper the football team has ever had, and he hosts the party every Friday night.All the guys want to be like him, and all the girls want to date him, but Jake only has eyes for Didi, the girlfriend of quarterback Todd Buckley.Rick Paradis, kicker and back-up QB, tries to stay out of the drama, but that's easier said than done at Fitzgerald High, especially once he gets to know Jake. But it turns out nobody knows the real Jake, and when his secret comes out, his perfectly crafted world might come tumbling down.In this modernization of The Great Gatsby, beloved author Gordon Korman provides a new look at age-old truths about the desire for popularity and acceptance, and the darker side of human nature.A compelling investigation of the transience of charisma and the flimsy underpinnings of popularity. -Bulletin of the Center for Children's BooksKorman's reworking of The Great Gatsby places theaction in a modern framework, which makes it more recognizable for today'sreaders and may lead them to the classic. Teens will find deeper issues toconsider about popularity, being true to one's self, and taking responsibilityfor one's actions as they relate to the setting and characters. -Booklist

Gordon Korman

(Author)

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Gordon Korman is a prolific Canadian writer, known mainly for his youth books, which span genres such as adventure, comedy, and mystery. His career began when he was only twelve years old, publishing his first book, This Can't Be Happening at Macdonald Hall. Since then, he has written over 80 novels, earning the appreciation of young readers for his dynamic plots and memorable characters.

Some of his most notable works include "Restart" (2017), a novel about identity and change, and "The Sons of the Barbarians" (2008). His accessible style and ability to address complex topics with a light and entertaining approach have earned him a wide following.

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