The Perks of Being a Wallflower - Medium paced with some quirky characters touching on the high school years and all the angst and thrills that come with that time. With some analysis of why teens act as they do. We hear the story as the main character tells his tale through letters he is writing to a friend.
Where Men Win Glory - In depth study of Pat Tillman's life and character, detailing his leaving the NFL and enlisting in the marines. Medium paced, with analysis by Tillman about his move to the military and his training to become battle ready. You meet his friends, wife, family and his brother who enlists with Pat and stay together the whole time even when they are sent to Afghanistan. Exposes the failings of the military leading to the death of Pat Tillman from friendly fire, and the investigation folowing the incident.
I made suggestions on Karin Kinzel's and Jennifer Riley's blogs about what may be similar to their favorite books.
John, Since you enjoyed The Perks of Being a Wallflower, I would suggest you read Eleanor and Park by Rainbow Rowell. Its another realistic teen fiction set over the course of one school year. Two quirky misfits fall in love despite very difficult family circumstances. Told in alternating voices. Takes places in the 1980's. Give it a try!
ReplyDelete