Nine Doors

by Vicki Grant

Overview

When Richard suggests a game of "Nicky Nicky Nine Doors," Emery can't come up with a good excuse not to play.

Emery's neighbor, Richard, is the kind of kid who gets under your skin. Using chocolate bars as "stunt poo," the boys start playing the classic prank of the burning bag on the doorstep, but this game has a modern twist. They record their neighbors' reactions. The naked guy and the man in the apron are highly entertaining, but Emery starts to get cold feet when another neighbor is reduced to tears. Emery wants out, but he's not sure how to stop the game without losing face. Soon the game gets serious, and Emery has a lot more to worry about than his reputation.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781554696772
Publisher:	Orca Book Publishers
Publication date:	04/01/2009
Series:	Orca Currents Series
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	112
File size:	1 MB
Age Range:	10 - 14 Years

About the Author

Vicki Grant is the award-winning author and television scriptwriter. She has written many books for teens and young readers including the Arthur Ellis Award-winning book, Quid Pro Quo. Her books have been translated into fifteen languages. She lives in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Read an Excerpt

Despite what my math teacher might think, I'm not stupid.

I'm not mean either. At least I try not to be.

So that's not how I got into this mess.

I got into it because I was bored.

I know that's a dumb excuse, but I bet I'm not the first person to use it. My guess is boredom's the reason lots of people get into trouble. It can drive you nuts. It can make you do stuff you'd never do in a million years.

For me, that meant hanging out with Richard.

That sounds cruel, but what can I say? If you knew the guy, you'd probably feel the same way.

Editorial Reviews

Gr 7 Up—When Emery and sometimes-friend (and full-time troublemaker) Richard play "Nicky Nicky Nine Doors," the age-old game of knocking on neighbors' doors and running away before being caught, they don't anticipate that the harmless prank can have lasting consequences. Richard suggests that they put flaming bags of "stunt poo" on the doorsteps and videotape the unsuspecting participants as they extinguish the flames. However, the game veers wildly out of control. When the boys are mugged and kidnapped, they realize that they are no longer in control of the game and that all the players aren't entirely what they seem. Realistic action and dialogue, along with a fast-paced plot, will keep reluctant readers turning pages. Savvier readers may be turned off by predictable characterization and an incredible plot twist at the end, but Doors is a solid hi/lo choice.—H. H. Henderson, Heritage Middle School, Deltona, FL

School Library Journal

"Boasts a plot that's simple yet gripping, pacing that's tight and rapid-fire, and true-to-life characters that will resonate with readers both young and old...Truly a fantastic all-round read that is a sure bet for grabbing the interest of reluctant readers."

CM: Canadian Review of Materials

"Readers will identify with Emery as he struggles to do the right thing. This is good book for reluctant readers."

Southwestern Ohio Young Adult Materials Review Group (SOYAMRG)

"Readers will identify with Emery as he struggles to do the right thing. This is good book for reluctant readers."

Southwestern Ohio Young Adult Materials Review Group

"Boasts a plot that's simple yet gripping, pacing that's tight and rapid-fire, and true-to-life characters that will resonate with readers both young and old...Truly a fantastic all-round read that is a sure bet for grabbing the interest of reluctant readers."

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