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Into the Dream: 2

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4 star:		(8)
3 star:		(1)
2 star:		(0)
1 star:		(1)

 

 

About 15 years ago, I read all the books my school library had by William Sleator, but the library did not have this book. I bought it recently, and I read it last night in one sitting! Very rarely does a book capture my interest to that degree; this book is just extremely gripping and fast-moving. Also, the dream itself and the kids' pursuit by the two men are very scary, and I had to know what was going to happen. Although I could complain a bit about lack of character development, I did find that I cared about the characters; however, a sequel that added some depth to them and explained the UFO more would be most welcome. I think this book would be a great choice both for reluctant young readers and for those who devour YA horror and/or sci-fi books, regardless of age.

I remember reading this book in third grade for a report, and of all the books I read in twelve years of school, this is the only one I still really remember. I give this book credit for actually getting me interested in reading. I was completely following along in the adventure with Paul and Francine to follow what their dream meant. I finally got the book for myself in high school, and it was just as good as I remembered it. Only real difference was when I read the first time, I thought that Paul and Francine were teenagers or something, much older than I was. Rereading now it seems like I they only are about 10 or 11. Definitely still in grade school if they are still having recess. The only reason I'm giving this book 4 stars instead of 5 is because at the ending, while very good, left a lot of questions. We get to the bottom of the dream's mystery, but we still don't know why the spaceship was there in the first place, or why exactly it gave these powers to Cookie and the kids.

I am re-reading this book after about 20 years since I first read it. Amazingly, I still remember the title of the book after all these years as I read it several times in my early teens. I just loved it then, and there are certainly very few books for young people that make such an impression that a reader will remember the title 20 years later! I found it gripping and intriguing. I would recommend this book for any young reader.

People should read "Into the Dream" because a lot of parts are very intense. I had no trouble understanding the plot. It wasn't very long so it's easy to finish. There are two people that are having the same dream every night. They know somrthing bad is going to happen. Find out the problem when you read it!

I am glad to see that kids love this book today as much as I enjoyed it when I was their age! I highly recommend this amazing blend of sci-fi and mystery to anyone, young or old.

From the first chapter, I knew I would love this book! My teacher read this book to my class, but she read only a chapter a day.I searched every search engine until I could find it so I could buy it myself! If you simply can't tear yourself away from adventure, mystery and suspense [books], this is a must-read!

I first read this book when I was in 3rd grade, now in my Senior year of high school, I still love to read it on rainy days. It allows children to open up to the parapsychology realm without too many shocking corners. The best part is when the characters are in the amusement park. The addition of a telepathic canine adds a humorous air to the story

I would rate the book four stars. I did not like the ending. The ending did not answer the question of who gave Paul, Francine and Noah special powers. Are the powers from people from another planet? Why did the powers of Paul and Francine just start? Are there others with powers like Paul and Francine? There are too many questions that were not answered. It seems like a second book needs to be written.

Paul and Francine are in the same class. It is not explained exactly what grade they are in. They are both having the same dream. Both Paul and Francine want to find out why they are having the same dream. They live in a town where they can walk home from school and walk to places.

The dreams are giving more and more details. A little boy appears in the dream that both Paul and Francine have. Paul and Francine figure out they were at the same hotel in Reno, Nevada at the same time five years ago. They find out at the library there was a UFO (unidentified flying object) seen by the hotel by Mrs. Diana Jaleela.
Paul and Francine find Mrs. Jaleela who describes her seeing a UFO outside the hotel in Reno, Nevada. Mrs. Jaleela was expecting a baby. Her son Noah is now five years old and does not speak to anyone. While Paul and Francine were talking with Mrs. Jaleela flowers in vase open up and float over to Mrs. Jaleela. Mrs. Jaleela acts as it nothing happened. Mrs. Jaleela also has the feeling someone is watching her.

Paul and Francine decide to go to Paul's house to sort things out. Two men who Paul has never seen before start talking to Paul's mom. The men are from the government. Paul and Francine have to leave Paul's house right away and go back to Mrs. Jaleela and her son, Noah.

Mrs. Jaleela is not listening to Paul or Francine. She is afraid. Noah is asleep in his bedroom. Paul and Francine run to Noah. His toys are floating in the air. The government men are now talking to Mrs. Jaleela. Paul, Francine and Noah use the fire escape to get away.

Paul and Francine can speak to Noah by using their mind not words. Noah answers back by using his mind. All three of them talk using their minds. The men are chasing them. They run onto a subway and get off in front of an amusement park.

The men grab Francine and Paul and Noah go take a ride on a ferris wheel to avoid getting caught by the men. The strangest thing happens on the ferris wheel - the seat starts to fall apart. Noah has to use his powers to put the seat back onto the ferris wheel. After a few minutes Paul and Noah return to the ground. The crowd at the amusement park is going wild. Reporters want to interview Paul and Noah. The men, who were from the government, have let Francine go.

The mystery has been solved. Noah has special powers as well as Francine and Paul.

I first read this book in 5th grade. I loved it, but forgot who the author was, and the book's title. When I was browsing one day I saw the cover of this book and thought it just might be it. It was. I ordered it, read it, and immediately knew why I loved it as a child. I am a teacher and am currently reading it aloud to my 2nd graders. They don't want me to stop. It is an exciting thrill ride involving UFOs, telekinesis and telepathy! I recommend it to strong young readers (9+) to read on their own, or for parents and teachers to read to all ages.

I first heard of this book when my brother was in the seventh grade (I was in third) and had acquired a copy for himself. Two years later, my fifth-grade teacher read the story aloud in class. The interesting part is that he instructed us to use our imagination and draw pictures based on the dream scenes (and the amusement park adventure). After he'd read the story aloud, I procured my brother's copy (by now abandoned) and read the story several times to amuse myself.

My only disappointment in the edition I purchased is that, for some reason, the Penguin publishers removed all the illustrations. When I got to read the book on my own, the original pictures helped me get into the story in depth. If the book is re-distributed anytime soon, the original illustrations would be greatly appreciated.