The Honest Truth
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| Rating | : | 4.32 (781 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0545665744 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 240 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-07-16 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
In alternating chapters, Mark's best friend Jessie, at home, narrates her moral dilemma: should she honor his last request or reveal his location to the worried adults who would deny him his wish? As each event befalls Mark along his journey, Beau increasingly proves himself, while Jessie vacillates. The actions of the adult characters along the way are slightly less believable but suspension of disbelief is possible with such a compelling premise and Mark's ringing sense of confidence. From School Library Journal Gr 5–8—Twelve-year-old Mark wants to climb a mountain before hi
An Endearing Way of Addressing the Topic of Illness and Mortality with a Child and a wonderful read CircaRigel's Tears of the Phoenix This is a story is about a boy and his dog, living and dying. It is a story about truth and deception. It is the story about being able to choose or not, Fear and courage, and it is a story about keeping a promise. The main plot of this book revolves around a young boy, Ma. Great book Dianne E. Clune Loved it a great book for all ages ! I bought it as 1 of the special books she needed for summer reading. Turns out she doesn't comprehend so great. I started reading a chapter before her then we could discuss i.e. With me knowing what's going on. I absolutely fell in love. "Excellent message." according to Amazon Customer. I cried aloud during this novel! Excellent messagehonest issues! I could NEVER teach it as a class novelI would cry too much!
Even if it's the last thing he ever does.The Honest Truth is a rare and extraordinary novel about big questions, small moments, and one incredible journey.. He dreams of climbing a mountain one day.But in one important way, Mark is not like other kids at all. The kind of sick that means hospitals. He's got a dog named Beau and a best friend, Jessie. Mark is sick. A plan to reach the top of Mount Rainier. It's never too late for the adventure of a lifetime.In all the ways that matter, Mark is a normal kid. The kind of sick some people never get better from.So Mark runs away. He leaves home with his camera, his notebook, his dog, and a plan. And treatments. He likes to take photos and write haiku poems in his notebook