Project Description

Out of the Blue
Price: $16.95
ISBN: 978-1-56145-499-0
Publication Date: 10/1/2009
Page Count: 288
Size: 5-1/4 ̎ x 8 ̎
Age Range: 12 – 16
Language: English
Price: $9.95
ISBN: 978-1-56145-786-1
Publication Date: 3/1/2014
Page Count: 288
Size: 5-1/4 ̎ x 8 ̎
Age Range: 12 – 16
Language: English
ISBN: 978-1-56145-674-1
Age Range: 12 – 16
Language: English
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F&P: Z+, Gr 9th & up, Genre RF
Lexile: 660L
Themes: Child Abuse, Family, Military
BISAC 1: YAF058260 YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Social Themes / Values & Virtues
BISAC 2: YAF058170 YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Social Themes / Physical & Emotional Abuse
BISAC 3: YAF018000 YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Family / General
Reviews
“The tale is mostly plot-driven, the best aspect being the portrayal of the effects of deployment on military families. Timely.” ―Kirkus Reviews
“The story offers both a realistic interpretation of teenage life on an Air Force base and the teen’s feeling of powerlessness upon witnessing child abuse―both physical and verbal―in action.” ―School Library Journal
“With thought-provoking sensitivity, Rottman explores the universal challenges that comes with facing hard choices and navigating relationships in all areas of life.” ―Booklist
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“This is one of those powerful novels encouraging young teens to stand up for what is right, even if they are standing alone…an eye-opening novel.” ―Herald-Citizen
“Very well written book and great dialog. A good mystery that will keep any reader flipping pages to see what happens next…Very well written with great detail. The characters were so descriptive it felt like you were one of them. A very good book for any reader.” ―YALSA, YA Galley Teen Review
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Awards
Heartland Award for Excellence in Young Adult Literature (Nominee) ―The Writing Conference, Inc. (in connection with University of Kansas), 2011
Kansas State Reading Circle Recommended Reading List (Top Pick, Senior High) ―Kansas National Education Association, 2010
North Carolina Children’s Book Award (Nominee, Junior Book Category) ―North Carolina Reading Association, 2011
Society of School Librarians International Book Awards (Honor Book, Language Arts 7-12 Novels) ―Society of School Librarians International, 2010
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Meet the Author

S.L. Rottman is a former teacher and the author of several young adult novels. A graduate of Colorado State University, Rottman lives in Colorado. You can visit her website here.