Overview
It seems like Kat's parents have done little but prepare for her sister Hannah's return since she was sent away to a home for troubled teens. Everyone is determined to find out what went wrong with Hannah and make things right again--everyone except Kat, that is. Kat dreads going back to a life dominated by her sister's tantrums and rule-breaking. The only place she feels in control these days is at the mall, where everything she wants is at her fingertips and no one is better at the art of stealing. As the time of Hannah's return approaches, Kat's shoplifting escalates into a full-blown addiction. Klepto is a powerful story from a talented new writer for teens.
Full Product Details
Author: Lori Weber
Publisher: Lorimer Children & Teens
Imprint: Lorimer Children & Teens
Dimensions:
Width: 11.00cm
, Height: 1.00cm
, Length: 17.90cm
Weight: 0.150kg
ISBN: 9781550288360
ISBN 10: 1550288369
Pages: 160
Publication Date: 01 May 2004
Recommended Age: From 8 to 9 years
Audience:
Young adult
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Teenage / Young adult
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: In Print
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Language: English & English
Reviews
.. . powerful, voyeuristic, vicarious pleasure.
<i>Klepto</i> is an interesting psychological novel of the stresses that some teenagers face and how they deal with these pressures... It deals with themes of peer pressure, being less than popular, and being a member of an imperfect family unit, all themes to which teens can relate. Weber has done a good job of creating a plot with many aspects that tie together neatly and realistically. Recommended.
The story is not presented in a didactic manner and teens will enjoy this quick read on a topic that can have serious consequences. Weber sensitively explores themes of family dysfunction, belonging, and control in a well-written and insightful manner. Her novel is a quick, entertaining and thought-provoking read that will stimulate discussion among adolescents. Weber's first novel honestly conveys the anguish over parental neglect ... Kat's tale addresses important issues in a tone which respects teens and their issues. This is a well-written and entertaining book. Kat's voice is one with which many will identify ... a great book to recommend to teenage girls. Recommended. .. . powerful, voyeuristic, vicarious pleasure. Klepto is an interesting psychological novel of the stresses that some teenagers face and how they deal with these pressures... It deals with themes of peer pressure, being less than popular, and being a member of an imperfect family unit, all themes to which teens can relate. Weber has done a good job of creating a plot with many aspects that tie together neatly and realistically. Recommended.
Klepto is an interesting psychological novel of the stresses that some teenagers face and how they deal with these pressures... It deals with themes of peer pressure, being less than popular, and being a member of an imperfect family unit, all themes to which teens can relate. Weber has done a good job of creating a plot with many aspects that tie together neatly and realistically. Recommended.
Author Information
Lori Weber has published poetry, short stories, and essays in several Canadian literary journals and collections. She has also written several YA novels. She lives in Pointe-Claire, Quebec. www.lori-weber.com
