Overview

A 100 Best of the Best ALA Best Books for Young Adults of the Last 25 Years, Up Country is a heart-wrenching, powerful story from an exceptionally talented writer. Carl knows he's playing with fire every time he fixes up a stolen car stereo to resell. But he needs the money; how else is he going to get away from his boozing mom and her endless parade of classy guys? Then one night his mother's drinking gets out of control and Carl's plan to get himself a decent life takes a nosedive. Sent to live with distant relatives far away from the life he has always known, Carl is faced with a decision: run away and stick with The Plan, or come up with a new one...fast.

Full Product Details

Author:   Carter Alden R
Publisher:   Penguin Books Ltd
Imprint:   Penguin Books Ltd
Dimensions:   Width: 10.50cm , Height: 1.60cm , Length: 17.20cm
Weight:   0.163kg
ISBN:  

9780142402436

ISBN 10:   0142402435
Pages:   256
Publication Date:   30 November 2004
Audience:   Children/juvenile ,  Primary & secondary/elementary & high school ,  Young adult ,  Children / Juvenile ,  Educational: Primary & Secondary
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Awaiting stock  
The supplier is currently out of stock of this item. It will be ordered for you and placed on backorder. Once it does come back in stock, we will ship it out for you.

Table of Contents

Reviews

A strong central character...a well-placed, believable plot. -- School Library Journal Carl's...turnabout is convincing enough to sustain the story's power. -- Booklist

<b>Praise for <i>Up Country...</i></b> A strong central character...a well-placed, believable plot. <i>School Library Journal</i> Carl's...turnabout is convincing enough to sustain the story's power. <i>Booklist</i></p> Gripping, satisfying, and heart-wrenching--another winner from a talented writer. <i>Voya</i> A powerful story, memorably told. <i>Kirkus Reviews</i></p>

A strong central character...a well-placed, believable plot. School Library Journal Carl's...turnabout is convincing enough to sustain the story's power. Booklist

Author Information

Alden R. Carter (www.aldencarter.com) is an award-winning author of nine novels, twenty books of nonfiction, and six picture books. His books for young adults include ALA Best Books for Young Adults Bull Catcher and Between a Rock and a Hard Place. Mr. Carter lives with his family in Wisconsin.

Tab Content 6

Author Website:  

Customer Reviews

Recent Reviews

No review item found!

Add your own review!

Countries Available

All regions