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Purple Daze (2011)

by Sherry Shahan(Favorite Author)

3.42 of 5 Votes: 5

ISBN

0762440716 (ISBN13: 9780762440719)

languge

English

genre

Historical Fiction

publisher

Running Press Teens

review 1: I picked this up in my local library, and while I have never read a book set in this time period, I thought I should give it a shot. I also liked the format it is written in.It truly is a powerful book surrounding six friends and their struggles during this tumultuous time. My only complaint is that it felt unfinished. I wish things were a little more wrapped up and I knew what happened to a few of the characters.
review 2: This story is raw, honest, powerful, told from 6 points of view and taking place mostly in 1965. I was a teen during the time of this novel so am familiar with the music and themes. The characters lived in California where drugs were more prevalent. The author packs a lot of punch into an easy-to-read format, which isn't to say it would h... moreave been easy to write. The characters feel authentic. The mandatory draft, the Vietnam War, the drug culture, including parents, the angst and trials of teen years all are part of the story. It's a timeless story, even though it's steeped in a historical period. Teens always struggle with romance and temptation and real life issues. Not all parents are the Cleavers and we all need love. The tone of the book seemed optimistic, upbeat, despite the tough spots most teens experience. The moments of anger didn't drag on. The story could be educational for those who didn't live through this time, and for others who did but weren't involved in the drug culture or the war. There are clips of real quotes and events of the day sprinkled throughout. The story will zing for those who were young people in this era and who will understand all the various words and references. less

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