1 of 1 copy available at Albany Public Library. Readers will root for Luther and Sparky every step of the way. A very satisfying ending, with enough laughs and wittiness to keep it going the whole way. He had a great voice - I admired his maturity and cleverness. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in, Free returns are available for the shipping address you chose. Book Place Hold. Christopher Paul Curtis. Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2018, Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2018. Book Place Hold. The Story of Harriet Tubman: A Biography Book for New Readers (The Story Of: A Biog... Don't You Know You are Beautiful Just the Way You Are! Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. Bucking the Sarge. It's hard to find time to work on his project when he's always busy doing chores for the Sarge. One of the Top Ten Best Books for Young Adults in 2005, BUCKING THE SARGE is a solid read by Christopher Paul Curtis. Random House Children's Books: Wendy Lamb Books, 2004. But before he leaves he discovers that his mom has been lying about a whole lot of things (like his college fund), and he decides to pay her back by righting some of the wrongs she’s perpetrated over the years – before he makes himself scarce. This, too, was entertaining, although it should be noted that while the previous two books are more for older grade school, this one is more of a Young Adult book. Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2018. You can return the item for any reason in new and unused condition: no shipping charges, Or get 4-5 business-day shipping on this item for $5.99 Bucking the Sarge Item Preview > remove-circle Share or Embed This Item. While the references to African Americans is toned down and oblique, it is obvious that the author is trying to convey the prejudice of American society in combination with the rampant deterioration of Flint, Michigan and how one family reacts to that situation. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. Bucking the Sarge Item Preview > remove-circle Share or Embed This Item. Life doesn't always go as planned. To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. Christopher Paul Curtis Coming-of-Age; Share on facebook. Issues of sex and sexuality are discussed, and the protagonist's mother and her stooges are. Luther has a knack for seeing the humor in things, and Curtis' way with words is just wonderful. EMBED. Add to the mix Chester X., Luther's mysterious roommate; Dontay Gaddy, a lawyer whose phone number is 1-800-SUE'M ALL; and Darnell Dixon, the Sarge's go-to guy who knows how to break all the rules.

"Bucking the Sarge is a story that only Christopher Paul Curtis could tell. Bucking the Sarge / Christopher Paul Curtis. I felt the child couldn't have all those riches without dealing drugs also. Random House Children's Books: Wendy Lamb Books, 2004. Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2015. EMBED (for wordpress.com hosted blogs and archive.org item tags) Want more? Readers will root for Luther and Sparky every step of the way. As his best friend, Sparky, says, "Flint's nothing but the Titanic." BUCKING THE SARGE. Start by marking “Bucking the Sarge” as Want to Read: Error rating book. Bucking the Sarge. Reviewed in the United States on August 17, 2006. The characters felt very one note and unbelievable. c2004. From her point of view, she is taking care of him and herself, and getting some of what’s due. Christopher Paul Curtis is great at writing memorable characters that have great depth. OK, raise your hand if you think your parents are strict. The pace is wonderful. Please try again. Here’s a great story for helping kids manage their feelings. Curtis, Christopher Paul. The city of Flint plays an important role in many of Curtis's books. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. Bucking the Sarge is a story that only Christopher Paul Curtis could tell. The men are funny at times, but Luther treats them with respect. Something went wrong. Luther packs his stuff and starts planning for a new life in Florida – with one of the patients in his care. Readers will root for Luther and Sparky every step of the way. Christopher Paul Curtis continually amazes me. Winner Description: by Christopher Paul Curtis. Raise your hand if you feel you have too many rules.

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