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Adios, Nirvana (2010)

by Conrad Wesselhoeft(Favorite Author)

4.16 of 5 Votes: 5

ISBN

054736895X (ISBN13: 9780547368955)

languge

English

genre

Poetry

publisher

HMH Books for Young Readers

review 1: Jonathan has been struggling to keep his grip since his brother's death. Telly was a guitar genius whose presence casts a long shadow even after he's gone. The only things keeping Jonathan from having to repeat his junior year are his friends, his principal, and his English teacher. Having won awards for his poetry his English teacher and principal arrange to have him write the story of a WWII veteran who is dying in a local hospice. Gupti, the principal, also wants him to play her favorite song at graduation on a guitar a famous rocker donated to the school after Telly's death. A story of a troubled teen from a broken home, trying to hold his life together with music, poetry, and a little help from his friends. An amazing story that all struggling teens should ... moreread.
review 2: I loved writing this book--real people inspired the characters (though, at core, they are fictional). I believe that stories pull us closer together, as small groups and larger societies. Storytelling is more than mere entertainment; it is essential--for teller and hearer alike. Please check out adiosnirvana.com and/or "friend" the Adios, Nirvana facebook page. I welcome all feedback--rant, rave, or mixed. Best wishes to all on their reading and writing journey. Conrad Wesselhoeft less

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