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Jacob Have I Loved [Paperback]

Katherine Paterson
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Book Description

September 2, 2003

Esau have I hated . . .

Sara Louise Bradshaw is sick and tired of her beautiful twin Caroline. Ever since they were born, Caroline has been the pretty one, the talented one, the better sister. Even now, Caroline seems to take everything: Louise's friends, their parents' love, her dreams for the future.

For once in her life, Louise wants to be the special one. But in order to do that, she must first figure out who she is . . . and find a way to make a place for herself outside her sister's shadow.


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Editorial Reviews

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"A novel of special brilliance." -- -- New York Times Book Review

"Simply irresistible." -- -- Publishers Weekly

About the Author

Katherine Paterson was born in China, where she spent part of her childhood. After her education in China and the American South, she spent four years in Japan, the setting for her first three novels. Ms. Paterson has received numerous awards for her writing, including National Book Awards for The Master Puppeteer and The Great Gilly Hopkins, as well as Newbery Medals for Jacob Have I Loved and Bridge to Terabithia. Ms. Paterson lives with her husband in Vermont. They have four grown children.


Product Details

  • Paperback: 256 pages
  • Publisher: HarperCollins; 1st Harper Trophy Edition, 1990 edition (September 2, 2003)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0064403688
  • ISBN-13: 978-0064403689
  • Product Dimensions: 7.7 x 5.2 x 0.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (216 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #50,115 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Katherine Paterson has twice won both the Newbery Medal and the National Book Award. She received the 1998 Hans Christian Andersen Medal as well as the 2006 Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award for the body of her work. An active promoter of reading and literacy, she lives with her husband, John, in Barre, Vermont. They have four children and seven grandchildren. Visit Katherine Paterson on her web site at www.terabithia.com

Customer Reviews

Jacob Have I Loved is a very heartwarming story. WV State College Student  |  20 reviewers made a similar statement
At the end of the book I did find closure, which is something I need at the end of a book. Meghan Pauletta  |  15 reviewers made a similar statement
I would recommend this book to anyone, adult or teens. Xzabien  |  16 reviewers made a similar statement
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
26 of 26 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars review November 15, 2006
A Kid's Review
Format:Paperback
I thought this was a very good book, which dealt with sibling rivalry very well. I won't summmarize the plot, because that's been done already, but it really delves deep into Louise's feelings. One of the main strengths of the book was that Caroline was not a bad person, she was actaully very sweet and smart and gifted. It made me wonder, if these people were real, and I had met them, if I would have also chosen Caroline over Loiuse. THat was one of the strengths of the book. IT would have been so easy for the author to just demonize Caroline, and she didn't. Also, I don't understand why everyone finds Louise's crush on 70 year old Hiram revolting. There were very few men on the island, and the only two who actually cared for her were Hiram, Call and her father. Looking at it that way, it's not surprising that she chose Hiram. I found this book a very compelling read, that explores emotion- hatred between siblings- that our society doesn't really allow children to feel. That it did it so eloquently only made the point stronger. This was a great book, and it's totally appropriate for children, because the eleven year old child you're trying to protect might actually be experiencing this issue themselves, and thinking it's abnormal. THis was a very good book.
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58 of 65 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book for children who feel misunderstood February 23, 1999
Format:Paperback
Jacob Have I Loved is an excellent children's story that is loosley based on the biblical account of Jacob and Esau. It is about the turbulent relationship between a pair of twin sisters. Louise, who is the narrator and the character of Esau, is unable to recognize her own talents because she is constantly comparing herself to her beautiful and gifted sister Caroline. Katherine Paterson's book is well written and very understandable. One of its main strengths is that it is written from Louise's perspective. Because Louise is the narrator, the reader is better able to understand why she is so jealous of Caroline. Another strength is that Paterson explores other relationships in Louise's life besides just the one between her and Caroline. The story focuses on how the sisters' parents, grandmother, friends, and neighbors react to Caroline and her sister. These other relationships affect the way Louise views herself and her sister as much as what Caroline says and does.

Every child should read Jacob Have I Loved, especially those who resent their siblings because they think their sisters or brothers are smarter, more attractive or more talented then they are. The story will allow children in that situation to empathize with Louise and better understand that they have talents that they may have not yet recognized. Paterson's book was intended for children, but it would be a good book for parents and teachers to read also. It will help adults to understand children who may have not yet reached their full potential and are jealous of those who have.

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47 of 52 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Incredibly riveting novel August 4, 1999
Format:Paperback
I highly recommend this novel. It deals with difficult, but very real and raw emotions between siblings. The author Katerine Paterson is one of the best story tellers that young people of this generation can read and understand. The story has everything! A tale of family relationships, and rivalry between twins, set in the 1940's era in the Chesapeake Bay. I enjoyed this book for it's dramatic intensity, fullness of the characterizations, believability, and honest dealing with many teen issues. Also, it took place in a locale that we don't usually read about. I will never forget these characters. Paterson is a wonderful writer. I read this book to catch up on children's lit for the age group I will be teaching this coming school year. Fifth graders on up should really read this book. They will certainly come away enriched. I discovered Paterson after reading her riveting "Bridge to Terabithia", another must read.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars Jacob Have I Loved
I loved this book when I was younger...so when I bought it for my niece I thought I'd read it again.
Still a great read!
Published 8 days ago by DC13
5.0 out of 5 stars A story of growing up
As a child, I loved this book. As an adult book, I love it just as much. This coming of age novel features a strong yet complicated main character who wants out of the shadow of... Read more
Published 13 days ago by htb12
4.0 out of 5 stars Heartwarming story.
In jacob have I loved, you will read about Sara Louise, or as her sister calls her, "Wheeze." It seems as if Louise would get all the attention because she is older. Read more
Published 1 month ago by MaKenna Landry
4.0 out of 5 stars Written like a pro and touches your heart.
This book was written very exceptionally. Every scene was easily visual, you felt everything Sara Louise felt and you were there. Read more
Published 2 months ago by LadyofSunsets
5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely
It was beautifully written and touching. A bit sad though I enjoyed it very much. Katherine Paterson put lots of details so you can visualize it very easily. Read more
Published 3 months ago by The Eternal Yoyo
5.0 out of 5 stars Whoa.
This book is crazy good. I started crying when it was over not just because it was sad, which it was very, but also because it was over.
Published 4 months ago by Sadie M. Groberg
1.0 out of 5 stars Depressing
The most depressing book I have ever read and the end isn't even satisfying,it greatly affected my mood and after reading I felt like I had nothing to live for. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Pickles
5.0 out of 5 stars A Very Poignant Tale
I was enamored by the premise, but after I read the book, it was not the bitter Gothic romantic tale that I had envisioned, but something very human entirely. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Ada Ardor
5.0 out of 5 stars I loved this book as a child and I adore it as an adult!
I can totally relate to how the main character feels and love the story about how she finds her way. The setting of the island is beautifully described. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Kim Luu
5.0 out of 5 stars Jacob, have I loved
My book group enjoyed reading this and the discussion led to more than we had originally considered. We had planned on one evening to discuss it, but needed two. Read more
Published 7 months ago by AJH
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