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by Robert Cormier (Author) "THEY murdered him ..." (more)
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  • Paperback: 224 pages
  • Publisher: Puffin (30 Aug 2001)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0141312513
  • ISBN-13: 978-0141312514
  • Product Dimensions: 19.6 x 12.8 x 0.6 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 26,962 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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The headmaster of Trinity College asks Archie Costello, the leader of the Vigils, a secret society that rules the school, to help with the selling of 20,000 boxes of chocolates in the annual fund-raising effort. Archie sees the chance of adding to his power - he is the Assigner, handing out to the boys tasks to be performed if they are to survive in the school. Freshman, Jerry Renault, a newcomer to the corrupt regime, refuses to sell chocolates. Enormous mental and physical pressure is put on him but he will not give in - the result is an inevitable, explosive tragedy.

About the Author
Robert Cormier, formerly a journalist, now concentrates on writing fiction. He has published many fine novels for young adults and is known for his devastatingly truthful writing. He is enormously popular on both sides of the Atlantic. Robert lives in Massachussetts.
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The Chocolate War, 14 Oct 2003
This review is from: The Chocolate War (Mass Market Paperback)
I never read books. The only time that I like to read books is if I have to for school, or I really love the book. In this case The Chocolate War by Robert Cormier was one of them. My tutor recommended me to read this book. In the beginning of the book I was not sure that I wanted read it, but when I read more and more of the story it got more and more fascinating. I have never finished a book in one day but when you read this book you will never want to put the story down.
The story is about this new kid named Jerry Renault who goes to this school called Trinity. The school is pretty much ran by a gang. Jerry gets caught up in this game that ends up making Jerry's life a living hell. Jerry must over come harassment, ostracization, and many more horrible things. All through the story one saying is going through Jerry's mind and that is "Do I dare disturb the world?" The author uses these simple words to make you keep on reading the story till you finish. One great part I really enjoyed in the story was when ten people jumped Jerry. The author writes the book as if it was a movie. For example, you get to see each and every character in depth just like in the movies. The author also uses a lot of descriptive words to explain every event happening in the story.
I would recommend this book to everyone. This book will probably the best book that you have ever read. It will keep you on the edge of your seat. I give the book three thumbs up. I hope that you enjoy the book as much as I did.
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4.0 out of 5 stars The Chocolate War and how it started., 3 Jan 2004
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After I read the book The Chocolate War i was really amazed about how Robert Cormier was not afraid to speak his mind and talk about things even print them to public which other people would not dare do in there lifetime. I also enjoyed reading his book, which had a very strong, and sturdy plot that you could always relate to, he also made very interesting characters that had very distinct attributes, which people of many ages could relate to. The story also gave you a new sense in the ways you should react to things and it helped you understand a little more about life. Overall I really enjoyed reading this phenomenal exhilarating educational story. One other very interesting thing about Robert Cormier is that his writing style is so different he can get you all into this one part of the book and just jump to a whole new scene in the same chapter now that's what I call daring.
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8 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic, 8 Oct 2001
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This is a fantastic book. It's like 'Stalky and Co' without the glory - here the same exciting & manipulative power games are going on, but the justification for Archie (the baddie hero who's doing most of the playing) is all intellectual, there's nothing here which will do anyone good, America or the Empire. Just because he can, and to prove he can, for the fun of working out how. Very good. The sequel is pretty good too.
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