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Kevin Henkes

Olive's Ocean (Newbery Honor Book) Library Binding – Import, 12 August 2003

by Kevin Henkes (Author)

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"Olive Barstow was dead. She'd been hit by a car on Monroe Street while riding her bicycle weeks ago. That was about all Martha knew."

Martha Boyle and Olive Barstow could have been friends. But they weren't -- and now all that is left are eerie connections between two girls who were in the same grade at school and who both kept the same secret without knowing it.

Now Martha can't stop thinking about Olive. A family summer on Cape Cod should help banish those thoughts; instead, they seep in everywhere.

And this year Martha's routine at her beloved grandmother's beachside house is complicated by the Manning boys. Jimmy, Tate, Todd, Luke, and Leo. But especially Jimmy. What if, what if, what if, what if? The world can change in a minute.

Reading age

10 - 12 years
Print length

224 pages
Language

English
Grade level

3 - 7
Dimensions

12.7 x 2.22 x 18.73 cm
Publisher

Greenwillow Books
Publication date

12 August 2003
ISBN-10

006053544X
ISBN-13

978-0060535445
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“The ever versatile Kevin Henkes dazzles with this spare yet profoundly touching coming-of-age novel.” (Family Fun Magazine)

“An eloquent journey into adolescence.” (Florida Times-Union)

“Few girls will fail to recognize themselves in Martha.” (Kirkus Reviews (starred review))

“Martha Boyle is one of the memorable 12–year–old girls of fiction, smart, confused, compassionate.” (KLIATT (starred review))

“With his usual sensitivity and insight, Henkes explores key issues of adolescence.” (Publishers Weekly (starred review))

“Lyrically written.” (Seattle Times)

“Rich characterizations move this compelling novel to its satisfying and emotionally authentic conclusion.” (School Library Journal (starred review))

“Henkes’s story is subtle and satisfyingly untidy. Grabs you right from the start.” (Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA))

“With beautifully defined characters, events, and emotions that will tug at your heart, this novel is flawless.” (Daily Item)

About the Author

Kevin Henkes has been praised both as a writer and as an illustrator. He received the Caldecott Medal for Kitten’s First Full Moon; Caldecott Honors for Waiting and Owen; two Newbery Honors—one for Olive’s Ocean and one for The Year of Billy Miller—and Geisel Honors for Waiting and Penny and Her Marble. His other books include Egg, Old Bear, A Good Day, Chrysanthemum, and the beloved Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse. Kevin Henkes lives with his family in Madison, Wisconsin. www.kevinhenkes.com

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Publisher : Greenwillow Books (12 August 2003)
Language : English
Library Binding : 224 pages
ISBN-10 : 006053544X
ISBN-13 : 978-0060535445
Reading age : 10 - 12 years
Item Weight : 363 g
Dimensions : 12.7 x 2.22 x 18.73 cm
Country of Origin : USA

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good book , highly recommend

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good book , highly recommend

Madeleine McLaughlin

Nice!

Reviewed in Canada on 28 October 2020

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Good well, written story.

1phillygirl

This could provoke some good conversations with middle school kids

Reviewed in the United States on 31 May 2015

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I am a middle school English teacher and mom of three, ages 16, 12 and 7. I am currently revamping our school's summer reading list. I just read this book, hoping to include it on our new reading list. I think it is well written and deals with a number of different issues from the perspective of a 12 year old girl.The author allows us to see things through Martha's eyes, such as death and family relationships.For me, the most gratifying parts of the book were interactions between Martha and her wise and kindly grandmother, affectionately known as "Godbee."

I often hesitate to share my recommendations because every child is different. Some are more mature than others so parents need to make decisions with that in mind. I personally feel that "Olive's Ocean" is geared toward readers 12 to 14. There is some profanity ("as#hol#s, shi##y, prick") and a situation where a 14 year old boy bets his brothers and friend that he can get the 12 year old main character, Martha, to kiss him while he films it. She is crushed when she discovers he basically used her to win a bet. This could provoke some good conversations with middle school kids.

There is also a description of Martha's parents kissing in the kitchen and she thinks about how her brother refers to this as "MSB"-Morning Sex Behavior. "When they do it in the morning," Vince had informed Martha earlier that summer during one of their nightly chats, "they're all giggling and kissy and weird for at least an hour afterward. It's unmistakable." Although this was a very brief part of the story, I found it to be awkward and not helpful in developing either the story or the sibling relationship. Again, that's just my opinion and I'm sure others may disagree. As with anything, I think parents need to be aware and make informed decisions about what books are best for their kids.

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Andrea

Great book!

Reviewed in the United States on 31 December 2020

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Great condition. Shipped very quickly. Easy transaction and really GREAT read!!

Alexandra

AMAZING

Reviewed in the United States on 6 February 2015

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This is an amazing book. I loved it so much. It has bad language so I would recommend anyone 12-and up to read this book. It also has things about sexuality but it is only because of one kiss. This book is definitely a page turner and I can't wait to read more of Kevin Henkes' books!

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