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Summary: The Giver
Review: When Jonas and the rest of the Elevens (surmised to be eleven year olds) approaches December, they know that the upcoming "graduation" is a significant change. When they become Twelves, their jobs in the Community will be announced. The Elders have been observing them for their entire lives, and they will hold these positions for the remainder of their time. At the ceremony, Jonas is alarmed when the Elder in charge assigns him to the job of the Receiver. He had never heard of the job previously. For all of his life, he has been guided in acting uniformly with whomever was nearby. How was he supposed to do that now? Nothing in his environment has variances. Crimes have been banished. Hate was out-ruled. Love dissolved along with malevolence and bloodshed. As Jonas experiences the teachings of The Giver, he solitarily confronts life prior to his Community. Memories that The Giver must pass on to Jonas are both excruciating and intoxicating, yet they make him think. They force him to turn his mind on doubting conformers and apprehending change. Although the story can get a little sci-fi/freaky, the message it conveys superceeds all of its negatives. A definite must read.
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Summary: The Greatest Book Ever Made in Man's History of Making Books
Review: This Book is the greatest. It pulled me into it and aroused my curiosity. It made me feel what Jonas, the main character, was feeling. It was incredible how Lois Lowry depicted everything in this story. The way Jonas discovers color, feelings, and love is mind boggling. I can not get over how great this story was.
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Summary: A Four Star--Must Read Book!
Review: I am currently reading the book "The Giver" by, Lois Lowry. I started it not too long ago, and I cant seem to put it down! It's definately a book that I would recommend to someone who enjoys reading about excitement, and suspense. It's a very ambiguous story. That goes into alot of detail. Their world is very different from ours, and it makes me thankful for the things i have. However, i wouldnt really mind being Jonas's character. He's the main character and goes through one exciting adventure! But i guess if you want to know what happens, then you'll have to read the book!
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Summary: Giver
Review: I loved this book! It really got me thinking! I thought it was great and i highly recomend it!
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Summary: A Great Book
Review: I had to read this book for 8th grade summer reading, and I must say I greatly enjoyed reading it. It tells to enjoy the little things in life that we take for granted.From a certain perspective, you could call this a nonfiction book.You probably think I'm crazy, but I'm not.Of course, it's not literally true, but from a certain point of view, yes.In today's society, we really are becoming drained of our colors ( and I don't mean colors like red, green, and yellow) and are feeling less emotion. You may tell your mother or child or girlfriend or wife that you love them and give them a hug or kiss, but we really are begginning to feel less emotion.It's true.Sure, go ahead, tell me that I'm insane, but I know what I'm talking about.Anyway, this was a GREAT book, and I recommend it to anyone 12 and over (the plot may be a little confusing for smaller children).
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Summary: Favorite Book!
Review: I can't believe that woman/man thought that this book was sick! PLEASE! I mean, this could actually happen to us. That person said that this encourages violence and other bad things-well I think this book teaches children that violence and hurting others are bad. I mean, this book may have been graphic, but I believe that children (preferrably over 10) should read this book. It really teaches you to value the life you have. Okay, that was my outburst, but here is my summary of the book (which I myself have read 6 times)! The main character is Jonas. He lives in a world of routine and order-and no feelings. No one is allowed to choose there spouse or even have there own child! And the community picks there job (a.k.a. "Assignment") Jonas is chosen as the reciever of memories. Now you see, the people can't feel anytning, good or bad, and they all have one generation memories. Which means thay only remember stuff that has happened since they were born. Like how we learn about war and stuff, they don't. They have no colors, music, and climate. Anyways, the reciever holds all of the memories from the past-good and bad. ALthought the good ones are great (such as LOVE, CHRISTMAS, and SNOW) the bad memories (such as WAR, RELEASE, and PAIN) really make the job hard. And no one knows anything about feelings because they don't allow them to feel them. Anyways, Jonas and the Giver decided on a plan to fix this. So......read the book to find out the rest, and I promise you that you won't be disappointed. I know that despite what others said, this book is a positive one and truly makes you think about right and wrong.
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Summary: A really good book
Review: I read The Giver, and I think it's really good. It has a totally unique plot, and a lot of conflict...It's one of those books that really makes you think about your life, and how it would be if you didn't have any emotions at all. I didn't really like the part where they describe how Jonah's dad killed the baby, but other than that, I think this book is A REALLY GOOD BOOK! YOU SHOULD READ IT!
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Summary: ........
Review: I just finished reading The Giver. It is definitely an interesting book. I agree with some of the previous comments mentioned before on the subject of weither or not this story should be told to younger children. It is in strong detail that may be somewhat traumatizing to younger readers, if they understand it at all. However, definitely this book is for an age group of 12 and up. Under that is questionable. To give you a basic idea about the book without ruining anything: The name of the main character is Jonas. And he lives in somewhat of a futuristic setting. Everything in his life is perfect and colorless. Yes, literally. His day consists of waking up, getting ready for school, eating breakfast with his "family unit" and going to school. Upon his arrival back home, he does his homework and then eats dinner with his family and shares and dreams that they had the night before. Rules are many, and there is no emotion and basically empty. However, no one knows of better life. When you turn 12 you are assigned a job and start your training. Jonas is chosen to be The Giver... He then receives a new set of rules and his life is changed forever. For better or worse? This story is very dramatic and will capture your attention immediately. Definitely a classic!
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Summary: THIS IS SICK!
Review: THIS BOOK IS CERTAINLY NOT WHAT ANY CHILD SHOULD BE READING! I WAS SHOCKED TO SEE SOME OF THE THINGS WRITTEN IN A KIDS BOOK. I HAVE COMPLAINED TO MY CHILD'S SCHOOL ABOUT THIS AND I PRAY THAT PARENTS WILL LOOK AT THIS BEFORE THEY LET THEIR CHILD READ IT! CHILDREN DO NOT NEED TO READ IN DETAIL HOW JONAS' FATHER KILLED A BABY. THIS IS NOT ENTERTAINING! WE WORRY SO MUCH ABOUT VIOLENCE AND TRASH AND THEN WE GIVE THIS BOOK TO OUR KIDS TO READ FOR A GRADE! IF YOU THINK THIS BOOK IS GOOD, I FEEL SORRY FOR YOU. MAYBE YOU SHOULD EXAMINE YOURSELF. HOW COULD THIS HAVE WON AN NEWBERY AWARD! PLEASE, IF THERE ARE CHILDREN'S AUTHORS READING THIS, P L E A S E! WRITE SOME HAPPY AND ENCOURAGING STORIES FOR OUR KIDS TO READ AND ENJOY!
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Summary: Wonderful Book
Review: The Giver is a wonderful book that helps us remember what is truly important. Loes Lowry is a master storyteller who paints a picture of a Utopian world in which everyone is confident and happy but a chosen few. Is this the only way that we can truly be free of our modern problems? The story of the giver is nearly as sad as it is compelling.
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