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Joy School (Wheeler Hardcover) [Large Print] (Hardcover)

by Elizabeth Berg (Author)
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)

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  • Hardcover: 200 pages
  • Publisher: Wheeler Publishing; Lrg edition (Oct 1997)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 1568954883
  • ISBN-13: 978-1568954882
  • Product Dimensions: 23.4 x 15.8 x 1.7 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)

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'American Maeve Binchy, a modern day Jane Austen, whatever praise you heap on Elizabeth Berg, she probably deserves it.’ --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A book that leaves you wanting more!, 30 Oct 1998
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This review is from: Joy School (Ballantine Reader's Circle) (Paperback)
I found myself in "Katie". Her character is so easy to relate to. It is an easy read, but very touching. All you want is more! It is really hard to put down this book, but to really understand "Katie", please read "Durable Goods" first. I read them the other way around. Just finished "Durable Goods" actually. They are both good books, and I have a new fav. author!
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Heart warming and emotional...., 5 Oct 2008
This review is from: Joy School (Paperback)
Elizabeth Berg's writing shows a great depth of understanding of how women think and feel. I recognised myself in Katie as I think most women will do, she portrays the confusion and awkwardness that most girls of that age experience. If you are anything like me you will find yourself laughing in some places and sad in others as you relate to what she is going through. You just want to get inside the book and tell her that 'it is ok, it won't always be so bad!'

I think that the relationship that she has with Jimmy was very touching and gave the book a very tender, sad aspect. All in all I feel that Berg has covered a whole catalogue of emotions and life experiences and you see Katie growing and blossoming as the story unfolds.

I will definitely be buying more of her books in the future.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous!, 9 May 2005
This review is from: Joy School (Paperback)
I absolutely loved this book. It's a quick read, and deceptively simple, but extremely insightful and sensitive. Berg's portrayal of adolescence - the longing to belong, the intricacies of friendship, the intensity of crushes, fear and fascination of sex - is beautifully and realistically delineated. As are the bigger themes of death, conscience, and family that are intrinsic to the book's plot and characterisations. This is a real gem.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A Joyful Read
Joy School is a very simple, short and beautiful tale. It was the first Elizabeth Berg book that I ever happened upon - and I never found another one of her novels that came... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Z. OConnor

2.0 out of 5 stars A disappointment when compaired to her previous books.
I really looked forward to reading this book since I had read 3 other books by the author and loved them. Read more
Published on 27 Sep 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars The most enjoyable hours you will spend - reading this book!
This book was sweet, well writtem and truly touched me. A fast read that will leave you wanting more. Read more
Published on 23 Aug 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars You don't read this book . . .
You find yourself listening to it. Katie speaks in a voice that can be confused with any teenaged female. The book speaks to you from you. Go listen to it!
Published on 10 Aug 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars This book was sensational!!!!
This book was the best book I have ever read in my whole life. I really didn't like reading but when this book got put in my hands and I read even the first line it sucked me in... Read more
Published on 5 Aug 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars Touching and true to life.
Once again I'm amazed that Elizabeth Berg has so perfectly captured the essence of a teen aged girl...or at least the kind of girl I was. Read more
Published on 10 July 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars Bittersweet, yet extremely funny
Elizabeth Berg's writing style is one that describes characters, and feelings down to a T. This book reminded me of my own sometimes times painful adolescence and the main... Read more
Published on 2 July 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars Captivating.
I loved it. Even though the storyline is familiar, the feeling and the depth of this story are not. It wasn't what I expected--a trite, silly story. Read more
Published on 7 Jun 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars I could not put it down.
Reading is not my favorite past time, actually I have never enjoyed it. There are few books I have read from cover to cover, I usually get too bored to finish them. Read more
Published on 19 May 1998

3.0 out of 5 stars Simplistic, but entertaining
I was glad I finished this book even though it didn't keep me coming back for more. It was a little too simplistic, although the innocence was refreshing. Read more
Published on 14 May 1998

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