My Sister’s Keeper by Jodi Picoult. Atria Books, 2004. Genre: Fiction
My Sister’s Keeper is a story about the relationship between two sisters who have been together, going through the same things all their lives, and a critical decision that menaces to tear their family apart. It is an inspiring and emotional story about family loyalty versus independence. The ultimate question is: can parents force an unwilling teen to be an organ donor for an incurably ill sibling? Kate Fitzgerald was diagnosed with Leukemia when she was two years old. Her parents had another daughter for the sole purpose of keeping Kate alive. Every time something goes wrong with Kate, her little sister ends up in the same situations. Finally, Anna is expected to give up a kidney for her sister. After being dragged to the hospital throughout her life, 13-year-old Anna Fitzgerald decides that she’s had enough. The drama begins as she goes to a lawyer with all the money she has, $136.87, and asks to be medically unbound from her parents.
“I have read every one of Jodi's books, and My Sister's Keeper is at the top of the list. I have recommended it to family members and friends, and each of them loved it just as much. If you love a good story with many twists and turns, this book is for you!”
In My Sister’s Keeper, the reader is able to see the situation from every character’s point of view. As Jodi Picoult takes you through the life of Anna Fitzgerald and her troubled family, she weaves plots, storylines, and individual character thoughts together to create a truly enticing story. She provides a variety of characters with many different personalities and values, allowing every type of person that reads this book to feel like they can relate to the story in some way or another. This book gives you a different emotion the entire time you’re reading it. Whether you’re laughing or crying, this book will have you thinking about your relationships with your own family.
''I wasn't the result of a cheap bottle of wine or a full moon or the heat of the moment. I was born because a scientist managed to hook up my mother's eggs and my father's sperm to create a specific combination of precious genetic material.'' (8)
I really enjoyed reading this book, and I’ll definitely pick up another one by Picoult. The storyline kept you wondering and wanting to read more, and the ending definitely surprised me. I would suggest this book to every one of my friends and family. It’s a story that anyone can enjoy.
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1) It sounded as if she really enjoyed this book. I back up my opinion with the Meaghan's quote "I really enjoyed reading this book, and I’ll definitely pick up another one by Picoult."
ReplyDelete2) I think that she creatively describes the author's writing style. She doesn't directly tell you the writing style. you have to read it at least twice to get the jist of what she is saying.
3) Yes she did. She introduced one of the main character's through how the character was born.
4) I would consider reading this book. I have heard many good thngs about this book and it seems interesting. Unfortunetely someoe spoiled the ending for me though.
V) THis format was creative. It was organized and it made you think to understand it.
1. Meghan's overall impression of the book was that she enjoyed it. I can see that because in the concluding paragraph Meghan says that she really enjoyed it and will read more by the same author.
ReplyDelete2. Meghan noticed that throughout the book Jodi Picoult changes perspectives. This way you can see all the character's opinoins.
3. Meghan picked a very exciting passage from the story. i loved that passage. <3
4. I would consider reading this book but I ALREADY DID. And I think i enjoyed it just as much as Meghan did.
Gr8 job Meghan. I look forward to discussing this book with you.