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January 9, 2009 Author's |
Book DisplayFREAKs
 by Joseph E. Scalia | Availability |
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"In a few pages Scalia takes the readers into a realistic junior high environment that could be theirs. Hildy, Scotty, Harrison, Carmine are so real! Scalia treats them with the respect each deserves. The voice of the story and Hildy´s voice are loud and clear. Young adults of different reading levels will enjoy this book. Adults should read it too." Editor, Writer´s Digest.
Hildy, a 14 year old born with a congenital hip defect, narrates her 9th Grade experience in Vanderville Junior High. Since the death of her mother, a classical ballet dancer, her father has taken Hildy "on the road," moving from place to place in their effort to forget. "Always the new girl," Hildy finds herself in yet another school in yet another town, where she meets Scotty Dwyer, a dwarf, and Harrison Jakove, the school doormat. The three misfits band together in an act of self defense against the WHEELS, and become the FREAKs. In the end all their lives are changed forever.
FREAKs is funny and it is sad. It will make you laugh and cry. It is a book that anyone who has ever gone to school will love and long remember. “I love the book! It’s great! The book is wonderful. It has a little bit of everything in it!” – Natalie Emerson, student and radio host “Nat Chat Live” WELE 1380 AM, Ponce Inlet, FL “I could not put this book down until it was finished! What an inspirational and heart-warming story about the challenges of adolescence. I laughed and I cried. It is a beautiful story. I will encourage my students to read this story before they graduate to middle school. They’ll learn great lessons about friendships and good character! Thank you. It was truly a pleasure!” – Kate MacDoonald, 5th Grade Teacher, Jericho Elementary School, Centereach, NY “I love coming across books that I [am able] to recommend to a reluctant reader and be confident they will not only finish reading it, but will share it with friends before returning it! This is that kind of book. This is a winner!” - Carol Byrne, High School Librarian, Deer Park, NY “It will make you laugh and make you cry, often both at once. It´s a wonderful story of friendship and of finally belonging. “ - Marcia Brice, Teacher, Barnum Woods School, East Meadow, NY “My 11 year old son and I both read FREAKs. I couldn’t put it down. As I was reading it, I felt like I was right there with Harrison, Hildy and Scotty. I laughed a lot and as soon as they lit those candles, I knew things were going to get bad. My son too enjoyed the book. I’m getting ready to read it again with my 9 year old son, and then my mom wants to read it. Thanks for a great read! – Victoria and Thomas L, parent and student, Deer Park, NY “I loved the book FREAKs. It actually made me cry a little. This book was one of the best books I’ve ever read. You inspire me to become a writer.” - Ashley W, student, East Lake School, Massapequa Park, NY “I LOVED YOUR BOOK FREAKs! It should be a movie. This book was soooo exciting! I read it in two days!” – Kristen K, student, North Bellmore, NY “The book was great! Sometimes I get into the book soooo much that I get emotional. And that is exactly what I did with FREAKs. Now I am going to ask my mom to buy Pearl.” – Lindsay R, Atkinson School student, Freeport, NY “I really liked your book FREAKs. A sequel would be cool!” – Erika, student, Sayville HS, Sayville, NY “FREAKs is one of the greatest books I have ever read. I could read it a hundred times and still enjoy it as much as the first time.” – Louden P, student, Smithtown, NY “FREAKs is a wonderful book. It really tells how people feel about friends, death and important issues. I could read it over and over again.” - Craig I, student, Commack, NY “As one who was teased throughout high school – FREAKs made me cry and realize how cruel life can be. I even dreamed of being back in high school after reading FREAKs. I was teased as usual in my dream but this time I stood up for myself. Too bad it was only a dream.” - Parent, Long Island, NY “I bought your book March 28th and finished March 29th. I really enjoyed it.” – Jessica S, student, Park Avenue School, Merrick, NY “Enjoyed the book and included a review in a project for a class called ‘Bully Prevention.’” – Sari Scott, teacher, Commack Schools, Commack, NY “I enjoyed your book FREAKs so much I want to make a movie out of it. I’m in 9th Grade. Let’s keep in touch so we can talk and we could make the film together.” – Anthony I, student, St. James, NY “I finally found time to read FREAKs. It was excellent, fast reading and I think kids from 6th grade and up should read this. Soon I’ll read Pearl.” – Paula Minsky, parent, Oceanside, NY “I loved the book FREAKs. Particularly when the FREAKs let their own jackets turn the tables on the negative implications of the title “freaks.” I believe that is a key for kids who need to reclaim their self-worth and self-esteem.” Paul Rodriguez, author RODRO Books for Character Education, Ronkonkoma, NY “I absolutely loved your book FREAKs. It was amazing. I read it twice and then today I saw it on my bookcase. I am on my third time reading it. It is my favorite book ever.” – Jessica K, student, Wantagh, NY “I thought the book FREAKs was a sad but great book. I think the book is a story everyone can relate to. I can’t wait to read Pearl.” - Thomas, student, Long Island, NY “I received your book from my mother and I have just finished reading it and thought it was written very well.” – Joey F, student, Nesconset, NY “I really enjoyed your book. I couldn’t put it down. The end was surprising. I would never have guessed. The book was great!” – Alexa R, student, Massapequa Park, NY “I absolutely LOVED the book FREAKs. This is probably the best book that I have read. My teacher is reading it now and she loves it as much as I did. I love your books. You’re a great writer.” – Kiersten L, age 12, Islip, NY “I really loved the book FREAKs. The FREAKs school really related to a real school with your bullies and nerds! This is one of my favorite books.” – Maryanne A, student, Shoreham, NY “I LOVE YOUR BOOK. I couldn’t put it down at all. It was so good I read it in two days.” – Emily T, student, Bretton Woods School, Hauppauge, NY “I LOVE the book FREAKs. It was great! It really teaches kids to stand up for what is right. This book definitely deserves a sequel!” – Kiersten L, student, Alleghany School, Lindenhurst, NY “I have read your book FREAKs. I really loved the characters and I cried like a baby. But it is a great book.” – Madison L, student, Shirley, NY “That was a great book. It is probably one of the best books I have ever rea in my entire life. Thank you for writing FREAKs. You are a great author.” - Erin, student, Selden, NY “I loved your book. It was the best book I ever read. The ending made me cry though.” - Danny G, student, Port Jefferson, NY “I loved your book FREAKs. I couldn’t put it down. I read it in 2 days! Since reading this book I really want to write a book just like it.” - Alex C, student, Patchogue, NY “I really enjoyed reading FREAKs. It only took me two hours to read! I can really relate to friends sticking up for each other. Thank you.” Daniel F, student, Selden, NY “I had a great time reading this book. This is such a funny and sad story. You should write another version of it. That would be really cool.” – J.T. U, student, Islip, NY “I am just here to say I LOVE your book FREAKs. I LOVE the way you describe Hildy and Scotty and Harrison and everyone else. Since FREAKs is this good I am going to buy Pearl.” - Melissa S, Student Wenonah Elementary School, Nesconset, NY “FREAKs was a very good book!” – Jonathon, Accompset School, Smithtown, NY “Your book was very good and very believable. Hats off to the FREAKs! I would give your book a 9.2 out of 10. Congrats and keep writing! A new fan.” – Elena F, student, Smithtown, NY “I really enjoyed your book FREAKs. I’m going to pass this book on to my friends so they can read it too. I can’t wait to read your book Pearl.” – Lindsey, student, Mastic, NY “I enjoyed your book very much. You are right about having Hildy as a life-ling friend. I thought the ending was surprising and sad…. Overall this is a fantastic book.” – Cassidy, student, Nassakeag School, Setauket, NY “I loved the book. It was sad and funny and very detailed. You’re a great author.” – Jessica M, student, Patchogue, NY “I read FREAKs the night I got it at Tecumseh and finished it on Friday. It was such a good book it was hard to put down. I can really relate to the book because I was always an outcast in middle school. I fell in love with Scotty by the middle of the book. My grandmother is reading FREAKs right now and after, Pearl. I love both your books.” – Alicia La S, student, Farmingville, NY "Mom and I read your book and we really enjoyed it. (We) were sad at the ending, but were still very glad to read this spectacular book. So thank you, and we hope you write a part II.” - Marc G, student, and Kathy G, mom, Smithtown, NY "I loved the book! I really got a picture in my head of what everything looked like. I thought it was great." - Tory, student, Smithtown, NY "I really enjoyed your book FREAKs. The story teaches a really good lesson and was fun to read. Thanks for some good reading!" - Brittney V, student, St. James, NY “It was the saddest story I’ve ever read, but it was really good!” – Nicholas C, student, East Setauket, NY “I enjoyed your book immensely. Your writing is terrific and true to the topic. Having grown up in a LI community and at Mepham HS, I can relate to the FREAKs. I will share it with my older students.” – Barbara M. 5th Grade teacher, Central Islip, NY. “FREAKs is notable for the feelings it describes and for acknowledging the consequences of one’s actions. Truly worthwhile for today’s young people.” – Cynthia Nadler, teacher, Central Islip, NY. “FREAKs was a very interesting book to read. It has a very good story line and this was a great topic to write about. I enjoyed reading FREAKs.” – Joseph E, student, Long Island, NY. “It was the saddest story I’ve ever read, but it was really good!” – Nicholas C, student, East Setauket, NY “Your book was one of the best books I have ever read. It was sad, funny, and taught me a lesson. I can’t wait to let all of my friends read it.” – Samantha, student, Three Village Schools, NY “I just finished reading your book FREAKs and I loved it. It was really addictive. It was so intense and mysterious. It was one of my top 10 favorite books, and will stay there. Can’t wait to read another book of yours, including Pearl!” – Allyssa M, student, Bohemia, NY “I loved your book!! It was really good! I am definitely going to recommend it to friends! My favorite character was Hildy! Once again I think your book rocked!” – Jamie S, student, East Patchogue, NY “This is the most emotional book I have ever read. FREAKs is an amazing book and everyone should read it. It’s an outstanding example of the Golden Rule, treat others the way you would want to be treated.” – Jeremy B, student, Shore Road School, Bellmore, NY “I really liked this book. No, I loved it! It was so amazing. Harrison reminded me of myself in 6th grade. This really did sweep me right off my feet. Very unexpected. Very nice twist! I wish I knew how to write like this. It’s been my dream. Thank you so much for giving me the opportunity to read this touching book, I did literally cry. It was a good cry though.” – The Culkins, Centereach, NY
“I really loved FREAKs. It was very sad and I cried. I finished it 5/17/08. I think I will read it again. I hope I don’t finish it too fast. I love the book FREAKs!” – Kate R, student, Smithtown, NY “I am 11. I have finished FREAKs, and I just wanted to say, I loved it. It was sad in the end, but as Hildy said, ‘Sometimes bad things happen to good people.’” – Gabriel G, student, Smithtown, NY “I fell in love with your book as soon as I read it. I loved it so much I read it 2 times. One, when Rachel (Abercrombie) told me to read it and, two, when my teacher Mrs. MacDonald read it to us. I loved your book SO, SO, SO much! You are a great writer! So please keep writing!!!“ – Nicole L, student, Jericho Elementary School, Centereach, NY | |
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