I'm re-reading A Separate Peace by John Knowles because HHS 9th graders read it. I haven't picked up a copy since I was in 9th grade myself. Let me say: it is SO much better this time! Or maybe I'm better: more mature (doubtful), more patient (improbable). Either way, I'm really enjoying this book that I disliked in high school. You're probably thinking, "Great. I'm in 9th grade. I'm not going to like it." But the thing is, you might. Don't worry about having to critique it just yet and get lost in the story of Gene and Finny. Decide if you are more of a Gene or a Finny - that would be a Facebook-worthy personality test. Imagine yourself at the Devon School. (But when it IS time to analyze it for class, come see me. I can't tell you how many times I've said "Ohhhh, I get it now!" in the last few chapters.) Take it from me, a former ASP hater, it's a fantastic book. My opinion has changed so dramatically that I'm considering re-reading books that I disliked the first time around. Maybe I'll try Heart of Darkness again. Or maybe not. "The Horror!"AW
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