I first read The Giver when I was a child, and it’s been one of my favourite books ever since. It takes place in the future, and tells the story of a boy named Jonas, who lives in a perfect society with no war, violence or pain. I would recommend this book to students of any age or reading level, because it tells an interesting story using simple, clear language. It also deals with many thought-provoking questions and big ideas:  How important is free will? What is the price of knowledge? Can happiness exist without pain?

 Most importantly, though, The Giver is just a wonderful story that can be enjoyed by anyone.  I love it just as much now as when I first read it, and I hope you will too. 

 – Jordan