Period 8
Period 8 by Chris Crutcher, published by HarperCollins on March 26, 2013, is a 320-page novel that delves into the complexities of adolescence and social themes. The story follows Paul “The Bomb” Baum, a teenage boy who is determined to uncover the truth behind the mysterious disappearance of a girl from his high school. As Paul navigates the challenges of honesty and deception, he learns that the pursuit of truth can lead to unexpected and troubling consequences.
Readers will find a narrative that intertwines elements of psychological thriller with the emotional depth characteristic of Crutcher’s work. The novel explores themes of family dynamics and the struggles of coming of age, all set against the backdrop of high school life. As Paulie and his classmates grapple with the realities of their situation, they must confront the ultimate liar among them, making for a thought-provoking exploration of trust and integrity in a turbulent time.
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In this terrifying and provocative novel by the bestselling and award-winning author of Deadline and Staying Fat for Sarah Byrnes, a teenage boy tries to uncover what happened to a girl who has vanished from his high school. Was she abducted, or did she run for her life?
Paul “The Bomb” Baum tells the truth. No matter what. It was something he learned at Sunday school. But telling the truth can cause problems, and not just minor ones. And as Paulie discovers, finding the truth can be even more problematic. Period 8 is supposed to be that one period in high school where the truth can shine, a safe haven. Only what Paulie and Hannah (his ex-girlfriend, unfortunately) and his other classmates don’t know is that the ultimate liar is in their midst. Terrifying, thought-provoking, and original, this novel combines all the qualities of a great psychological thriller with the controversy, ethics, athletics, humor, and raw emotion of a classic Crutcher story.
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