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Somebody, Please Tell Me Who I Am

Somebody, Please Tell Me Who I Am

Published in
2012
3.38
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Description

Ben has always had it pretty easy--with no acting experience, he landed the lead in his high school musical, and he's dating the prettiest girl in school. Haunted by memories of 9/11, he makes the decision to enlist in the army--with devastating consequences. Somehow nobody ever thought Ben would be one of the soldiers affected, but after his convoy gets caught in an explosion, Ben is in a coma for two months. When he wakes up, he doesn't know where he is, and he doesn't remember anything about his old life. His family and friends mourn what they see as a loss, but Ben perseveres. Although he will never be the person he once was, this is the story of his struggle and transformation.
Age
11-12
Text complexity
developing
Length
160 pages

Why to read

  • Powerful storytelling
  • Realistic portrayal of war
  • Thought-provoking themes
  • Strong character development