Bridge to Terabithia

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Summary: It was a good story
Review: The book began a little slow, but as I kept on reading, I grew addicted to it. I couldn't put down the book. Let me tell you, this was the first story I read where someone died in it. It was sad, but I got over it. You should read this book. I'm sure you'll enjoy it like I did!

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Summary: A must-read for all ages
Review: I remember reading Bridge to Terabithia when I was young, which is what sparked my interest in the book when asked to read a book of our choice for an assignment in college. It touched me in the same way it had 10 years ago. What is amazing to me is that the issues that Katherine Paterson wrote about over 20 years ago are still very relevant in society today. This book will reach across the age span and touch all those who experience it.

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Summary: STUNNING
Review: Ever since junior high school, friends had recommended this book, but I didn't read it until three years ago, shortly after turning 26 years old. I began the book late in the evening after my husband had gone to bed, and could not stop reading until the last page. At that point, I was sobbing so hard I had to wake my husband to simply sit with me and hold me until the crying stopped (of course, I cry at phone company commercials, but still...). I loved the illustrations, and the story has haunted me for the past three years. I have given copies of the book to several friends as gifts, with boxes of tissue attached. All have enjoyed the reading and the crying. Thank you, Katherine Paterson!

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Summary: A middle school must read
Review: This is one book that I make sure all of my children read. Interesting enough to keep their attention and full of wisdom as well.

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Summary: Thank you K. Paterson
Review: I read this book years ago in grade school and it has haunted me ever since. The character portrayals, so rich and atypical, are solid reading for youngsters and adults alike. And the emotions in the story read as genuine, not trite or melodramatic as is the case with so much contemporary fiction, young adult on up. I recommend this book for children, parents and book fans in general.

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Summary: GOOD BOOK!
Review: THIS WAS A GOOD BOOK IN MY OPINION BECABUSE IT HAD EVERYTHING IN IT EXAMPLE,SADNESSAND HAPPINESS.

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Summary: This one will stay with you forever
Review: My teacher read this book to our class when I was 9 years old and now, two years later, I can't wait to own my own copy. I'd recommend this book to people of all ages. It will bring you to tears, both laughing and crying.

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Summary: Unfair plotting used to create sympathy for abused child
Review: While the lesson of the fragility of life is vital, the two families unfairly portray the situation as a result of differing parenting styles. While Jesse has a rough life, victimized by family circumstance and exploited by others, Leslie is an abused child. What happens to her should have been investigated as a crime by her parents and by the community. It is not always the poor family who fails to provide for their children. Read the book and decide for yourself. Minor characters are well drawn. The leisurely pace of the first half belies the page turner. This is standard fare for disaster flicks such as Titanic, but uncommon in childre;s literature. My 7 year old daughter cried uncontrollably, but agreed that her demise was a result of bad parenting.

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Summary: Excessive swearing
Review: Our daughter and her friend, who are reading the book Bridge to Terabithia in their grade 5 class, commented on the swear words in the book. As parents, we read the book and were appalled that the Lord's name was taken in vain 34 times, the word d*** was used 4 times, and the words h*** and h***hole used 2 times. We do not believe that this is appropriate for any grade and especially not for grade 5's. The story is interesting, but there is no need for cursing.

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Summary: Wonderful!
Review: This book is great! You can relate to at least part of one of the main charcters! One of my friends is exactly like Leslie, I am partly like Leslie! Then at the end the story you can really feel the pain that Jess went through. I, being from Arlington VA is glad that at least one author or person knows that the one in texas is not the only one! This is a wonderful book that anyone can read and understand and relate to. I COMMAND YOU TO READ THIS,I MEAN IT FOR YOUR OWN GOOD! =)