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The Rag and Bone Shop

By Robert Cormier

By Robert Cormier

By Robert Cormier

By Robert Cormier

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    About The Rag and Bone Shop

    Twelve-year old Jason is accused of the brutal murder of a young girl. Is he innocent or guilty? The shocked town calls on an interrogator with a stellar reputation: he always gets a confession. The confrontation between Jason and his interrogator forms the chilling climax of this terrifying look at what can happen when the pursuit of justice becomes a personal crusade for victory at any cost.

    About The Rag and Bone Shop

    Twelve-year old Jason is accused of the brutal murder of a young girl. Is he innocent or guilty? The shocked town calls on an interrogator with a stellar reputation: he always gets a confession. The confrontation between Jason and his interrogator forms the chilling climax of this terrifying look at what can happen when the pursuit of justice becomes a personal crusade for victory at any cost.

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    Frenchtown Summer
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    About Robert Cormier

    Robert Cormier (1925–2000) changed the face of young adult literature over the course of his illustrious career. His many books include The Chocolate War, I Am the Cheese, Fade, Tenderness, After the First Death, Heroes, Frenchtown Summer, and The Rag and Bone Shop. In 1991 he received the Margaret… More about Robert Cormier

    About Robert Cormier

    Robert Cormier (1925–2000) changed the face of young adult literature over the course of his illustrious career. His many books include The Chocolate War, I Am the Cheese, Fade, Tenderness, After the First Death, Heroes, Frenchtown Summer, and The Rag and Bone Shop. In 1991 he received the Margaret… More about Robert Cormier

    Product Details

    Category: Teen & Young Adult Fiction | Teen & Young Adult Mystery & Suspense | Teen & Young Adult Social Issues

    Mass Market Paperback | $6.99
    Published by Laurel Leaf
    May 13, 2003 | 176 Pages | 4-3/16 x 6-7/8 | Young Adult | ISBN 9780440229711

    Category: Teen & Young Adult Fiction | Teen & Young Adult Mystery & Suspense | Teen & Young Adult Social Issues

    Ebook | $6.99
    Published by Delacorte Books for Young Readers
    Dec 04, 2001 | 176 Pages | Young Adult | ISBN 9780385729925

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    Praise

    “Tense and terrifying, this final book from Cormier will leave a lasting impression.”
    –Booklist, Starred

    “The chilling results of the questioning will leave an indelible mark on readers and prompt heated discussions regarding the definition of guilt and the fine line between truth and deception.”
    –Publishers Weekly, Starred

    Awards

    ALA Best Books for Young Adults WINNER 2002

    Kentucky Bluegrass Master List WINNER 2003

    Texas TAYSHAS High School Reading List WINNER 2002

    Maryland Black-Eyed Susan Award NOMINEE 2003

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