Theodore Boone: The Scandal

Theodore Boone: The Scandal PDF Author: John Grisham
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0147510198
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 245

Book Description
Theodore Boone returns in this sixth adventure from international and worldwide bestseller John Grisham! Thirteen-year-old Theodore Boone knows every judge, police officer, and court clerk in Strattenburg. He has even helped bring a fugitive to justice. But even a future star lawyer like Theo has to deal with statewide standardized testing. When an anonymous tip leads the school board to investigate a suspicious increase in scores at another local middle school, Theo finds himself thrust in the middle of a cheating scandal. With insider knowledge and his future on the line, Theo must follow his keen instincts to do what’s right in the newest case for clever kid lawyer Theo Boone. "Not since Nancy Drew has a nosy, crime-obsessed kid been so hard to resist."—The New York Times "Smartly written."—USA Today "Edge-of-your-seat drama, sophisticated plotting, and plenty of spunk."—Chicago Sun-Times "Classic Grisham."—The Los Angeles Times

Theodore Boone: The Accomplice

Theodore Boone: The Accomplice PDF Author: John Grisham
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0525556273
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 242

Book Description
Theodore Boone is back on the case in an all-new adventure! Bestselling author John Grisham delivers a page-turning legal thriller for a new generation of readers. Theo has been worried about his good friend Woody Lambert. Woody is struggling at school and making bad choices. But when Woody is arrested—an unwitting accomplice to armed robbery—Theo knows he is innocent. Racing the clock while Woody sits in jail, Theo will do everything in his power to help his friend and save Woody from an unforgiving system where justice is not equal for all. Brimming with the intrigue and suspense that made John Grisham a #1 international bestseller and undisputed master of the modern legal thriller, Theodore Boone’s trials and triumphs will keep readers hooked until the very last page.

Being Is Better

Being Is Better PDF Author: Marjorie Jackson
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781736429501
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :

Book Description
Fourteen-year-old Amber has battled medical challenges - specifically epilepsy - her whole life. Due to her physical limitations, she has no friends, but does her best to trudge through each day with a smile.Fellow "middle-school senior" Missy has struggles of her own. Following her brother's death in Afghanistan, her father uprooted them from everything familiar, only to divorce Missy's mother and move away, leaving Missy friendless and angry, forced to care for her deeply depressed mother.Two girls with different pasts, both fighting loneliness.Can they learn to overcome life's struggles and tragedies? Can they find each other and battle teen awkwardness together?

Into the Killing Seas

Into the Killing Seas PDF Author: Michael P. Spradlin
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
ISBN: 0545726034
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 168

Book Description
When the ship goes down, the sharks come out.... Stranded in the war torn Pacific, Patrick and his younger brother Teddy are finally homeward-bound. They've stowed away on one of the US Navy's finest ships, and now they just need to stay hidden. But Japanese torpedoes rip their dream apart.And the sinking ship isn't the worst of it. Patrick and Teddy can handle hunger and dehydration as they float in the water and wait to be rescued. If they're smart, they can even deal with the madness that seems to plague their fellow survivors. No, the real danger circles beneath the surface. And it has teeth....Based on the true events of the 1945 sinking of the USS Indianapolis, author Michael P. Spradlin tells a harrowing story of World War II.

Theodore Boone: Kid Lawyer

Theodore Boone: Kid Lawyer PDF Author: John Grisham
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101567759
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 289

Book Description
The thrilling young mystery series from internationally bestselling author John Grisham! In the small city of Strattenburg, there are many lawyers, and though he’s only thirteen years old, Theo Boone thinks he’s one of them. Theo knows every judge, policeman, court clerk—and a lot about the law. He dreams of being a great trial lawyer, of a life in the courtroom. But Theo finds himself in court much sooner than expected. Because he knows so much—maybe too much—he is suddenly dragged into the middle of a sensational murder trial. A cold-blooded killer is about to go free, and only Theo knows the truth. The stakes are high, but Theo won’t stop until justice is served.

Theodore Boone: The Activist

Theodore Boone: The Activist PDF Author: John Grisham
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0142423092
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 323

Book Description
Book 4 in the thrilling young mystery series from intrenationally bestselling author John Grisham Theodore Boone is back in action! As all of Strattenburg sits divided over a hot political and environmental issue, Theo finds himself right in the thick of it. The county commission is fighting hard to change the landscape of the town, and Theo is strongly opposed to the plans. But when he uncovers corruption beneath the surface, no one—not even Theo—is prepared for the risks—and potential harm—at stake. Torn between his conscience and the law, Theo will do whatever it takes to stand up for what is right.

The Trail

The Trail PDF Author: Meika Hashimoto
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
ISBN: 1338035886
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 196

Book Description
An exciting and deeply moving story of survival, courage, and friendship on the Appalachian Trail. Toby has to finish the final thing on The List. It's a list of brave, daring, totally awesome things that he and his best friend, Lucas, planned to do together, and the only item left is to hike the Appalachian Trail. But now Lucas isn't there to do it with him. Toby's determined to hike the trail alone and fulfill their pact, which means dealing with little things -- the blisters, the heat, the hunger -- and the big things -- the bears, the loneliness, and the memories. When a storm comes, Toby finds himself tangled up in someone else's mess: Two boys desperately need his help. But does Toby have any help to give? The Trail is a remarkable story of physical survival and true friendship, about a boy who's determined to forge his own path -- and to survive.

Theodore Boone

Theodore Boone PDF Author: John Grisham
Publisher: Hachette UK
ISBN: 1444714511
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 238

Book Description
Half the man, twice the lawyer. In the small city of Strattenburg, there are many lawyers, and though he's only thirteen years old, Theo Boone thinks he's one of them. Theo knows every judge, policeman, court clerk - and a lot about the law. He dreams of being a great trial lawyer, of a life in the courtroom. But Theo finds himself in court much sooner than he expected. Because he knows so much - maybe too much - he is suddenly dragged into the middle of a sensational murder trial. A cold-blooded killer is about to go free, and only Theo knows the truth. The stakes are high, but Theo won't stop until justice is served. ******************* What readers are saying about THEODORE BOONE 'I thoroughly enjoyed the story' - 5 stars 'Brilliant' - 5 stars 'A great read' - 5 stars 'I loved it' - 5 stars 'Fantastic series' - 5 stars

A Dog Called Homeless

A Dog Called Homeless PDF Author: Sarah Lean
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0062122223
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 116

Book Description
Praised by Newbery Medal–winning author Katherine Applegate as "graceful" and "miraculous," this Schneider Family Book Award–winning novel tells how one girl's friendship with a homeless dog mends a family's heart. Cally Fisher knows she can see her dead mother, but the only other living soul who does is a mysterious wolfhound who always seems to be there when her mom appears. How can Cally convince anyone that her mom is still with the family, or persuade her dad that the huge silver-gray dog belongs with them? With beautiful, spare writing and adorable animals, A Dog Called Homeless is perfect for readers of favorite middle-grade novels starring dogs, such as Because of Winn-Dixie and Shiloh.
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