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11 reviews
Kristen D. Randle

HarperTeen, 2003

It's always nice to read before you review...
I just love it when it's obvious that a review is slamming something he hasn't even read. Like the guy that gave this book one star. Stereotypes. Sure there are stereotypes - and if you read past the third chapter,it's obvious that the "stereotypes" are there because Randle intends to knock them to pieces. This book is about how stupid stereotypes are, and it's about how our own lives are ...

Breaking Rank

35 reviews
Kristen D. Randle

HarperTeen, 2002

Loved it!
I love this author. Randle has the amazing ability to create original stories. Somehow I got so caught up in the book I didn't realize I had finished it in less than two hours. I was just so anxious to find out what was going to happen next. She has a way of shedding light on the more important issues in society without it seeming like some huge political statement. She is truly talented and ...

On the side of the angels

1 review
Kristen D Randle

Bookcraft, 1989

Sappy, but good
I actually really liked this book, but it only deserved the four stars I gave it. The author, Kristen D. Randle, (who has written some better known books like The Last Alien On the Planet and Breaking Rank) has an excellant writing style, which lifts her books above the average, run-of-the-mill teen books. Also, her dramatic climaxes are captivating. The story is about a boy living in the ...

Why Did Grandma Have to Die?
Kristen D. Randle

Bookcraft Pubs, 1993

A Mormon father helps his son accept the death of his grandmother by explaining that death is part of Heavenly Father's plan.

The Only Alien on the Planet

75 reviews
Kristen D. Randle

Scholastic, 1995

Will make you think...
A total ten!! A truly thought-provoking, intense & emotional book. I am having my dtr (11) read this book and the discussions will be endless. It opens up dialogue between parents & kids about common misconceptions and snap judgements that we ALL make on a daily basis, sometimes unintentionally, sometimes on purpose. I would say this is more geared to a 6th grader or older unless you judge your ...