There is a mysterious new student at F. -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 f.
A compelling investigation of the transience of charisma and the flimsy underpinnings of popularity.
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.
But it turns out nobody knows the real Jake, and when his secret comes out, his perfectly crafted world might come tumbling down.
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.
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.
Crew ad, he\'s the best long-snapper the football team has ever had, and he hosts the party every Friday night.
Jake Garrett looks like he\'s stepped out of a J.
Scott Fitzgerald High. -Booklist There is a mysterious new student at F.
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. -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.
A compelling investigation of the transience of charisma and the flimsy underpinnings of popularity.
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.
But it turns out nobody knows the real Jake, and when his secret comes out, his perfectly crafted world might come tumbling down.
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.
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.
Crew ad, he\'s the best long-snapper the football team has ever had, and he hosts the party every Friday night.
Jake Garrett looks like he\'s stepped out of a J.
Scott Fitzgerald High.
There is a mysterious new student at F
