Unique (Rollercoasters) [Paperback]

Allen-Gray (Author)

Book Description

Series: Rollercoasters | Publication Date: June 1, 2006

Dominic finds the photograph in his grandad's loft. When his parents refuse to tell him anything, Dominic starts to seel out the truth for himself. Uncovering a horrific secret he unleashes a chain of events that will have far-reaching and disastrous consequences. Themes: cloning, personal identity, family relationships, self-discovery Teaching Focus: * Engaging, pacy first person narrative * Debate about genetic engineering and cloning * Opportunity for drama activities * Cross-curricular work to Science and Citizenship Recommended for students in Years 8 and 9

Editorial Reviews

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`A novel with frightening possibilities for its adolescent readers (who face a future where these issues must be solved), and one that should be required reading for the adults who currently make the decisions. ' Booktrusted News

`A novel with frightening possibilities for its adolescent readers (who face a future where these issues must be solved), and one that should be required reading for the adults who currently make the decisions. ' Booktrusted News

`I think Unique was intriguing and made me want to keep on reading to find out what would happen next.' Pupil at Larkmead School, Abingdon

`A novel with frightening possibilities for its adolescent readers (who face a future where these issues must be solved), and one that should be required reading for the adults who currently make the decisions. ' Booktrusted News

About the Author

After gaining a BA Hons in English and Drama at University of Wales, Alison co-founded a performing arts centre, converted from an old cinema, on the south coast of England. She has co-written two children's musicals and one for adults while developing her acting career, mainly in children's theatre.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Oxford Schools (June 1, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0198326335
• ISBN-13: 978-0198326335
• Product Dimensions: 7.7 x 5.1 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,195,217 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Mostly hit, with a few misses., January 4, 2012

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CJWallace91 - See all my reviews

This review is from: Unique (Kindle Edition)

The idea behind this book was intriguing, and certainly made you think about the whole premise of cloning and the arguments and ethics behind it. Looking at the subject in this first-hand fictional account gave a lot of insight which it would be much harder to glean from any number of academic debates to be had on the subject.

What stopped me giving a 5-star rating was that at times it felt confused and muddled, the world in which this took place didn't feel cohesive. In parts it seemed very futuristic, in others it seemed to lag behind our own. And some of the points in the book felt exaggerated to make a more dramatic story, but ended up feeling forced.

However, these are small annoyances and overall it's a very enjoyable read, well worthy of a purchase, especially at the 99p price tag I picked it up for in the Kindle book sale!