Book details

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Louis Sachar

Published in

1998

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Description

As further evidence of his family's bad fortune which they attribute to a curse on a distant relative, Stanley Yelnats is sent to a hellish correctional camp in the Texas desert where he finds his first real friend, a treasure, and a new sense of himself.

Age

9-12

Text complexity

intermediate

Length

233 pages

Book in series

#1

Why to read

Intriguing mystery unfolds as Stanley digs deeper.
Explores themes like justice, friendship, and survival in a relatable manner.
The narrative jumps between different time periods creating an exciting story.
It's an award-winning novel with well-developed characters.