Awards and HonorsBooklist 2011 Editors' Choice, Books for Youth, Fiction, Older Reader; Kirkus Reviews Best Teen Books of 2011; 2012 Boston Globe-Horn Book Honor, Fiction; Booklist Top 10 Historical Fiction Books for Youth: 2012
Clem and his posh girlfriend, Frankie, fear the day their illicit romance is discovered. When the Cuban Missile Crisis occurs, they also fear the end of the world. Author’s note.
Topics World War II. Soldiers. Small town life. Class differences. First love. Sexual experiences. The Cuban Missile Crisis. Land mines. Disfigurement. September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.
SRC Level 5.400000
SRC Points 21.000000
Lexile 820L
Trim Size 5 1/2" x 8 1/2"
JLG Span Fall
Language English
Publication date 2011-09-30
JLG Release Date Nov 2011
Minimum grade 9
Maximum grade 12
Reading level High
Format Print
History - High (Grades 9 & Up)
History High
History - High (Grades 9 & Up)
For Grades 9 & Up
This collection features nonfiction and historical fiction titles that bring past events, eras, and influential figures to life through compelling storytelling. Selections span a mix of story-driven history and immersive historical fiction, offering engaging ways for teens to explore how the past shapes the present. Some selections are written for adults but are thoughtfully chosen for their relevance and appeal to teen readers.