The Next Great Paulie Fink
By Ali Benjamin
Read by Cassandra Morris, Zach Villa, Cameron Bowen, and Adam McArthur
Unabridged
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Library CD (In Stock)
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1 Format: Library CD
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ISBN: 9781549179334
| Runtime: | 7.20 Hours |
| Category: | Fiction |
| Audience: | Children (8–12) |
| Language: | English |
Summary
Summary
A Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year
An Amazon Best Book of the Month selection
A Publishers Weekly Pick of Most Anticipated Books of 2019
When Caitlyn Breen begins her disorienting new life at Mitchell School--where the students take care of real live goats and study long-dead philosophers, and where there are only ten other students in the entire seventh grade--it seems like nobody can stop talking about some kid named Paulie Fink.
Depending on whom you ask, Paulie was either a hilarious class clown, a relentless troublemaker, a hapless klutz, or an evil genius. One thing's for sure, though: The kid was totally legendary. Now he's disappeared, and Caitlyn finds herself leading a reality-show-style competition to find the school's next great Paulie Fink. With each challenge, Caitlyn struggles to understand a person she never met...but it's what she discovers about herself that most surprises her.
Told in multiple voices, interviews, and documents,this funny, thought-provoking novel from the bestselling author of The Thing About Jellyfish is a memorable exploration of what makes a hero--and if anyone, or anything, is truly what it seems.
Editorial Reviews
Editorial Reviews
“Genuinely original, the novel offers thoughtful perspectives on friendship, accepting change, and the many rewarding guises of storytelling.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)
“Benjamin strikes a nice balance of goofy, often physical comedy…with introspection…for a look at shifting middle-school identities and the strange chaos they bring.” —Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
“A witty, tender, and utterly engaging modern school story that draws on the wisdom of the ages.” —School Library Journal (starred review)
“Takes the reader on a journey of self-discovery.” —School Library Connection
“Narrating from Caitlyn’s perspective, Cassandra Morris engagingly carries most of the performance, giving Caitlyn a cynical tone as she interviews her classmates. We hear the other kids’ voices as they tell their stories about the infamous Paulie, and teachers chime in, too. Most notable is Zach Villa’s delivery of Diego’s hyperventilating laughter as he recounts a particularly funny escapade. A relatable story with wit and heart, this audiobook will make listeners think about philosophical questions as well as laugh.” —AudioFile
“A story with massive heart…A book to make readers think, question, reach, laugh, and strive harder.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
A funny and fast-paced romp. —The New York Times
* "A story with massive heart... A book to make readers think, question, reach, laugh, and strive harder. —Kirkus Reviews, starred review
* "A witty, tender, and utterly engaging modern school story that draws on the wisdom of the ages. —School Library Journal, starred review
* "Genuinely original, the novel offers thoughtful perspectives on friendship, accepting change, and the many rewarding guises of storytelling, as well as a fully gratifying ending that the characters don't see coming. —Publishers Weekly, starred review
* "A beautiful, powerful novel about embracing one's own great self, even--or especially--in middle school. —Shelf Awareness, starred review
Benjamin strikes a nice balance of goofy, often physical comedy...with introspection...for a look at shifting middle-school identities and the strange chaos they bring. —BCCB
Takes the reader on a journey of self-discovery. —School Library Connection
Sympathetic. —Booklist
Wise and funny. —The Wall Street Journal
A middle school story to top all middle school stories. —The Buffalo News
An inspirational story about finding your place in an unfamiliar community and learning that normal is not always better. —The Denver Post
Laugh-out-loud funny. —Horn Book
You'll love this new favorite about being the new kid at school, and dealing with bullies, and becoming something different. —Romper
*"A painful story smartly told, Benjamin's first solo novel has appeal well beyond a middle school audience."—Kirkus Reviews, starred review —
*"Reminiscent of works by Jennifer L. Holm and Sharon Creech...a shining example of the highs and lows of early adolescence. —Publishers Weekly, starred review
*"Authentic and poignant...[a] superbly written, heartfelt novel. —School Library Journal, starred review
*"Clean, fluid writing that is highly accessible, yet rich with possibilities for discussion.... An uncommonly fine first novel. —Booklist, starred review
*"Just-right pacing, authentic voices and characters, beautifully crafted plot, and superb writing. Readers will find that this story lingers with them after the book is closed. —VOYA, starred review
There are...a lot of children who might not only benefit from this book but also find themselves deeply moved by it. —New York Times Book Review
Author
Author Bio: Ali Benjamin
Ali Benjamin is a New York Times bestselling author and National Book Award finalist for The Thing about Jellyfish and the co-writer for HIV-positive teen Paige Rawl’s coming-of-age memoir Positive, as well as Tim Howard’s national bestseller The Keeper.
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Details
Details
| Available Formats : | Library CD |
| Category: | Fiction |
| Runtime: | 7.20 |
| Audience: | Children (8–12) |
| Language: | English |
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