She has brown hair, is in tenth grade and has worked hard to lose weight. The way Littmann crafted this book was wonderful - the use of flashback helps the reader become more emotionally invested. The dramatic opening finds 15-year-old Lara, “numb with hurt and panic,” talking online with a boy named Christian, her first romance, though she knows him only online. WHO'S READY FOR ANOTHER UNPOPULAR OPINION? Welcome back. Hearing the story from all 4 of these characters helps the reader explore his/her own thoughts about the situation, while also becoming increasingly disgusted with the mothers in the book. Lara just got told off on Facebook. Wow. Refresh and try again. After all, a great character keeps kids reading! That's psychotic. Is this gonna be a stupid cyberbullying book?The reviews don't suggest that's the case but I have to be sure. This book is a cautionary tale that delves into the very topical issue of cyberbullying. ... bystander, and upstander. He said that the world would be a better place with out her. We’d love your help. It is just that kind of story. Lara's depression started in middle school (seventh grade) when the kids at school were making fun of her because she was overweight. Introduction In this book, some serious things happen that is dangerous and should never happen to someone. After reading this Lara tried to commit suicide. “Raw emotion, nonstop action, and relentless pacing makes Backlash another one-night read from Brad Thor, who delivers the book to beat in 2019.” —The Real Book Spy #1 New York Times, #1 Wall Street Journal, and #1 Publishers Weekly bestselling author Brad Thor is back with his most gripping thriller yet! I found myself at times putting it down and not wanting to pick it up, but then other times I never wanted to put down. He posts on Lara's facebook page that the world would be a better place without her. A great book for young adults to read! The main characters in my book are Lara Kelly and Breanna (Bree) Connors. I think that this book has an important message and I can appreciate it for that reason. I binge read this book in an afternoon, because I had to know how the situation was going to resolve. yes that happens to all of us. Hearing the story from all 4 of these characters helps the reader explore his/her own thoughts about the situation, while also becoming increasingly disgusted with the mothers in the book. Children were name calling, saying things like "Lardo" and "Lardosaurus". … Backlash is a fictional character from the Wildstorm universe who first appeared in StormWatch #3 in 1993 and was featured in his own comic book series, which ran from 1994 to 1997. The only thing I have to say about this book is if you want the perfect literary example of something "anticlimactic", read this book. Though the backlash never seems to extend to the work itself, which never wavers in quality. Scholastic Press, $17.99 (336p) ISBN 978-0-545-65126-4. It seemed like the only reason she regretted doing it was because she was caught. Lara's depression started in middle school (seventh grade) when the kids at school were making fun of her because she was overweight. The main characters in my book are Lara Kelly and Breanna (Bree) Connors. By telling the story from the shifting viewpoints of key characters, Littman honestly examines the conflicting ways people can view a single situation.”. I wanted a fight, a screaming fit, or at least more than just a hug. BACKLASH. We've all heard of cyber bullying but to have a birds eye view of what happens to the people involved, really makes you wonder how you would react if it happened to you or someone in your family. Oh, Elmo, you poor, deluded little red fur ball. I can't wait to read her previous stories. Then soon after Lara thought he was going to ask her to his school dance Lara saw what he had posted on her wall. Seriously. Sarah Darer Littman is the award-winning author of CONFESSIONS OF A CLOSET CATHOLIC, PURGE, LIFE, AFTER, WANT TO GO PRIVATE? Dr. Seuss Enterprises's decision to cease publication of six of the famed children's author's books is being met with backlash from some fans of the author, whose real name is Theodor Seuss Geisel. Marci is Bree's friend and participates in the cyber bullying with Bree and Mrs. Connors on Facebook. "He says: "What makes you think I'd ever ask you out? His attention increases, and Lara finds herself fantasising about meeting him until he rejects her in a very public post and many of the kids at Lara's school 'like' the post. 200 pages of this book follow the perils of a teenage girl and her cyber-bully (Don't even get me started on the bitch of the lady that the bullies mother was). Full of insecurities, Lara is very flattered when this "hot" boy from a nearby school asks to be her friend on Facebook. The lone survivor of the Sith squad, Vestara Khai, escapes to the planet Dathomir to send a message to the rest of the Lost Tribe of Sith back at their home world of Kesh, all the while intentionally leading Luke and Ben to her location (Luke having use… Praise for Backlash"This is a powerful and credible story that illustrates the perils of immature decisions andexplores the wide-reaching ripple effect of destructive actions thought by the perpetrators as 'fun.'" it was a good book it is really emotional and sad but it is a good book. but Lara didn't die. The novel begins shortly after the ending of the previous book, with Luke and Ben Skywalker narrowly surviving an attack by a Sith assassination squad while exploring Sinkhole Station. Contributor: Sarah Darer Littman is the critically acclaimed author of Backlash; Want to Go Private? This horrible bitch made a fake Facebook that led a girl to try to kill herself and they resolve their difference with a fucking hug! Kids are way meaner than Muppets.”. April 28th 2015 About the Book. Backlash Book By: Sarah Darer Littman Report By: Taruna Malka And Theme Falling Action Rising Action Main Characters Continued About The Author The theme of Backlash is think before you act. Trigger warnings: bullying/cyberbullying, suicide attempt, mental illness, depression, death threats, shaming of someone with mental illness, self-harm, fat-shaming, fatphobia, hint of homophobia. Read as part of an assignment. He says: "You're an awful person. Jim Bridger, Jedediah Smith, and Jeremiah Johnson were his favorites. Lara is a insecure teenager struggling with her life. Backlash Vol 1 4. I read this entire book just to learn that the bully and the bullied resolved their differences with a mere hug. The author seems to write teenagers believably. Lara is a insecure teenager struggling with her life. There is mixed emotions going on throughout this book. and the upcoming CHARMED, I'M SURE and IN CASE YOU MISSED IT and middle grade fairy tale retellings CHARMED I'M SURE, and FAIREST OF THEM ALL. Backlash is a riveting story about cyber bullying. The characters were pretty well developed and I appreciated all of the different point of views. BACKLASH. Dr. Seuss Supporters Fuming Over Backlash to Racist Characters. Praise for Backlash"This is a powerful and credible story that illustrates the perils of immature decisions andexplores the wide-reaching ripple effect of destructive actions thought by the perpetrators as 'fun.'" If you read the synopsis for this, you're probably thinking that it sounds like an After School Special, right? 200 pages of this book follow the perils of a teenage girl and her cyber-bully (Don't even get me started on the bitch of the lady that the bullies mother was). He even wrote a final issue years after the series was thought to have been finished. According to some historians, the month of April is actually named after Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love, by way of the Romans.... To see what your friends thought of this book. Backlash is considered to be one of the best hand to hand combatants in the world, he has fought and bested (and in some cases been bested by) Grifter, Zealot, WarGuard member Talos. Bree used to be friends with Lara, but the constant drama and issues with her weight became too much. More By and About This Author. When Lara got out of the hospital and the police got a case going for Lara they found that Lara's ex-best friend Bree was the one posing as Christain on Faceboo. Jim Bridger, Jedediah Smith, and Jeremiah Johnson were his favorites. She fell in love with him. BACKLASH would make a great book club or classroom read. The book does do a good job at explaining cyber-bullying and its affect on young woman, however, the book had a piss poor ending. Another supporting character is Marci Liptak. Barnes & Noble says it is canceling a Black History Month event at its flagship New York store and suspending plans to release a series of classic novels … "He says: "The world would be a better place without you in it.". I would highly recommend BACKLASH by Sarah Darer Littman, especially to anyone who might feel leery based on the synopsis. Lara and her drama, was driving everybody crazy. The character development alone of those involved in the cyber bullying is remarkably insightful. She fell in love with him. The rest of the book chronicles their harrowing journey as migrants headed to the United States, the characters they meet, and the brutal hardships they endure. As time passed, things were getting better and she seemed much happier. The Story. When Lara got out of the hospital and the police got a case going for Lara they found that Lara's ex-best friend Bree was the one posing as Christain on Facebook. OTHER BOOKS. PUBLISHERS WEEKLY. --Booklist"Littman pens a raw, frighteningly realistic, and absorbing look at cyberbullying and the damaging effects of airing private trauma in a public forum." #1 New York Times, #1 Wall Street Journal, and #1 Publishers Weekly bestselling author Brad Thor is back with his most gripping thriller yet! Reading Guide for BACKLASH published by Sarah Darer Littman, Scholastic Press 2015 This is one of my favorite books and I really enjoyed reading this. Cyberbullying and a suicide attempt, told from four first-person perspectives. I really could not put this one down. I SURE AM! Using the events in Backlash, ask students to answer the following questions about the cyberbullying depicted in the novel: Who was involved in the story and what roles did they play? I think it's derived from the story of Anna Todd with added works of fiction if not the same ... What do you think? And Tango Makes Three by Justin Richardson and Peter Parnell He’s calling her awful, terrible, a loser he’d never take to a dance. This book was so realistic that it was practically taken from the pages of the newspaper. It took me back to days in high school. The supporting characters are the Kelly family including the parents; that Kathy, Peat and their kids; Sydney and Lara. "A powerful and credible story that illustrates the perils of immature decisions and explores the wide-reaching ripple effect of destructive actions thought by the perpetrators as “fun”…The depression and bullying are handled realistically without sugarcoating, and … I have never heard of or read Sarah Darer Littman but I love her now. 30 Favorite Book Characters That Parents and Their Kids Love. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. --Booklist"Littman pens a raw, frighteningly realistic, and absorbing look at cyberbullying and the damaging effects of airing private trauma in a public forum." Shows the way that social media can be taken too far and destroy not only one life, but the lives of everyone around them. I also appreciated the realistic ending - sometimes, endings aren't always happy, and I think that's important for young people to see in their reading. Start by marking “Backlash” as Want to Read: Error rating book. His daughter Jodi also uses the name. I have already recommended BACKLASH to many readers and I know they are going to love it just like I do. The book was published in multiple languages including English, consists of 384 pages and is available in Paperback format. I predict that Bree and Bree's mother will get in serious trouble for making a fake Facebook page. And i thought this book was like in the reverse chronology of 13 reasons why! Until the incident on Facebook set everything into a disaster and her depression started all over again. You don’t have a clue, do ya, li’l buddy? It does a beautiful job of telling a highly emotional story while creating characters you genuinely feel a connection to, both good and bad. In ancient texts, there are stories about men who struck from the shadows, seemingly beyond the reach of death itself. Goodreads Members' Most Anticipated Books of April. Viral bullying is an important topic for bibliotherapy but this book really felt like an 1980's era after school T.V. If Lara had thought about the consequences that may occur when she follows Christian on Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube. In BACKLASH, Brad reveals that Scot Harvath has read everything he could about the great American mountain men. [your mom is a politician and you can't ruin her campaign? I mean you have got to be kidding me. [Your daughter tried to kill herself and all you're thinking about is your job?Your daughter is a cyber-bully and you're proud of her because of that?AND YOU FUCKING JOIN HER?YOU WANT TO HURT A LITTLE 15 YEAR OLD GIRL? She writes beautifully with so much passion and feeling. I started this book in a book store when my sister was shopping for CLOTHES. Recommended to Shelby *trains flying monkeys* by: While reading this book I had to stop and look up the author. Backlash is an okay book, I'm glad I'm done with it. PUBLISHERS WEEKLY. She has brown hair, is in tenth grade and has worked hard to lose weight. I found myself at times putting it down and not wanting to pick it up, but then other times I never wanted to put down. Some 'Hunger Games' fans upset that character of Rue is black. She writes beautifully with so much passion and feeling. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Check out this list of beloved figures from children's books. Another supporting family are the Connors; Mary Jo, Sean and their kids ; Liam and Bree. I read this entire book just to learn that the bully an. Bree's mother (Mrs. Connors) is a lying, self-centered women trying to live out her high school fantasies through her daughter. This book was supposed to be about cyberbullying but instead got turned to a bunch of nonsense from the author who does not know the difference between depressed and spoiled child. I binge read this book in an afternoon, because I had to know how the situation was going to r. Wow. She is able to capture all of those teenage emotions. I an on page 300 of Backlash. My heart broke not just for Lara, but also for Bree, Sydney, and Liam. I can't wait to read her previous stories. She is not. 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