I read this book for the first time about 14 years ago when it first came out. My daughter is currently reading it for school so I thought I'd refresh my memory. It remains one of the best books I've ever read. The book has a science fiction setting in a world of utopia where all seems perfect. Of course, things are never perfect and the main character Jonas at age twelve soon figures this out. It is a great story about diversity and change.
Upon reviewing web related sites about the book, I was interested that some schools think it's subject matter so severe that it gets banned. It is fiction!!! I am always amazed what people will read into a story.
If you want to appreciate your life in all of it's unperfect glory, pick up a copy of The Giver you won't be disappointed.
Following are some images from my daughter's book report. If you click on the image to enlarge it you may be able to read it better. It provides a great summary of the story's plot.
