Aug 01, 2012 gail giles is the author of four young adult novels. Readers will learn about mistakes, judgment, self loathing, remorse and learning to forgive, though not forget. The major conflict of the novel is that kip can not forgive himself and let himself become happy. If you are going to work with themes of forgiveness and redemption there will be, of necessity, some parts of the story. A figure of speech sometimes represented by exclamation o. It reminds you never to let yourself do anything so stupid and horrible and wrong again. Right behind you by lisa gardner is available january 31, 2017, it is available for preorder now. Gail giles published may 27th, 2014 by candlewick press. Twinkle, twinkle, little star, how i wonder what you are.
I read a lot of books really fast and i took a while to get in this book and i. Giles is a master at showing us the reality under the facts, the story behind the. The novel is about an high school boy named simon glass that is helped to become one. Her second novel, dead girls dont write letters, was an ala top 10 quick pick 2003 and a book sense 76 selection. Mark said he heard the dark song when he creeped houses.
Through the unit, you will complete projects such as. Gail giles right behind you 2007 is another ya novel that tackles a tough moral issue for teens. And i know that with her last release, i stated that what happened to cass mcbride. Guilty of the worst crime on his ward, kip is the most civilized and intelligent child there, and at, he is freed. Although most novels portraying the stories of child murderers, psychopaths, killers, or criminals use a more psychiatric approach, this novel, even though it is fiction, takes its approach by actually using the point of view of the criminal in this case a child. Im interested to see what lisa gardners next book comes out feb. If you are going to work with themes of forgiveness and redemption there will be. Bobby clarke said to kip that his glove was the best and that he didnt have a mother to buy him one that is what made kip so angry. Gail giles by justin kowalski on prezi the end recommendation theme i recommend this book to people who like a book thats has serious real life situations because this book has very good life situations to talk about like being a murderer. I think the theme of this story is to always rust yourself no matter what. Mar 21, 2012 this pin was discovered by ririn lestari.
A writer or a speaker, using an apostrophe, detaches himself from the reality and addresses an imaginary character in his speech. Gail giles quotes author of right behind you goodreads. Right behind you is a story about rage and redemption, guilt and forgiveness, and finally, acceptance. Buy the paperback book right behind you by gail giles at indigo. It may be light on the fbi profile and police procedural aspects, but right behind you still made for a great read because the characters were so endearing, and quite often physically and emotionally vulnerable. The reader is swept along with the highs and lows, and her voice resonates for weeks after reading has finished. The title of this book is shattering glass and it was written by gail giles. There is a range of formats, as well as fiction and nonfiction titles included. Right behind you by lisa gardner is the 7th in the pierce quincy rainie connor series but the excellent thriller is perfect for fans and newcomers alike. Gail giles is the queen of psychological thrillers for teens. Its very rare that a ya book will resonate so powerfully with me.
It was published by simon pulse and has a total of 215 pages in the book. You wont find out how old i am or how much i weigh. Right behind you by gail giles book trailer duration. It brings up the issues of life after prison, juveniles in prisons, and the question of if we ever get a. Make sure to go reserve your copy on barnes and noble or amazon. Shattering glass, what happened to cass mcbride, playing in traffic, and right behind you by gail giles a great and terrible beauty by libba bray i have to admit that i started this book twice on audio and only got about half way through, so i am going to try reading the text now. Kip stayed in a near catatonic state for about 5 weeks. This story explores, with sympathy and compassion, the nature of guilt, atonement and forgiveness. The song the predators heart sings when it hears the heart of the prey.
Little brown and company, new york, ny, 2010, 292 pages isbn. Giles is a gifted storyteller to be able to make kipwade sympathetic, even when hes acting abominably, i think feels remorse and never blames his victim. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. In what ways does this ambiguity add interest to the story. The novel is about an high school boy named simon glass that is helped to become one of the most popular dogs in school by other students. Goodreads members who liked right behind you also liked.
A year ten project on the book right behind you written by gail giles. Gail giles throughout the year, we will be focusing on a modern young adult novel called, right behind you, written by gail giles. She has won several awards for her work, including the an ala best of the best book. Buy a cheap copy of right behind you book by gail giles. Although gail giles didnt completely win me over with shattering glass, it was a decent read and with strong pacing. Kip was just a child when he murdered his neighbor and it is something hell pay for during his entire life. Youll find information about my books, some funny stuff to amuse you, some educational stuff for teachers, and a few tidbits about me. Evan writes a song about it that just happens to be the fastest rising song on the billboard charts ever. This book will be the focus of many of our ongoing classroom projects. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read girls like us.
Find books like right behind you from the worlds largest community of readers. It tells the story of kip, a 14yearold boy living with an agonising secret when he was nine, he set a kid on fire in a jealous rage and the kid died. Right behind you by gail giles by cheyenne berandi on prezi. Remote work advice from the largest allremote company. In fact i can think of only one other off the top of my head right behind you by gail giles in case you were interested. For example, when he was in indiana he had everything, a girlfriend, friends, a possible scholarship for swimming but, he sabotage himself or set himself on fire as dr. Buy a cheap copy of right behind you book by lisa gardner.
This novel achieved something rare, in my experience. Right behind you by gail giles book trailer youtube. Up above the world so high, like a diamond in the sky. Right behind you will leave you itching for more and dying to know who did it. Dec 15, 20 on the afternoon of his seventh birthday, i set bobby clarke on fire. Like did you read the book or did you just read the words in order. When kip was nine, he set bobby clarke on fire and then spent the next four years in a mental ward for dangerous juveniles.
Unanswered questions what are the different hardware that will be needed by producer of the voice mail the srvice provider and the beneficiary. When he was nine years old, kip mcfarland murdered another child. Pick this book up and kick of 2017 right with a great read. Giles is excellent at crafting believable and flawed protagonists. She aims to write books about social issues that connect with a teen audience in a realistic way. A gutting and distinctive premise combined with a strong ya voice mixed with potent writing make right behind you a visceral read. You ll find information about my books, some funny stuff to amuse you, some educational stuff for teachers, and a few tidbits about me.
A native of texas who has also done time in chicago and alaska, gail giles is the author of several acclaimed books for young adults. You can connect to my blog and link to other author sites. Jun 21, 2009 right behind you by gail giles the wizard heir by cinda williams chima fear street series by r. If youre looking for a good, quick read, try out one of these short ya books. Kips voice sounded rusty because he hadnt talked at all for 5 weeks and it is. What is the theme for right behind you by gail giles answers. Before christmas her dad takes the family away on a vacation in alaska. After living for over four years in a ward with hardened juvenile offenders, kip is declared rehabilitated. Gail giles by diana santos on prezi the major conflict of the novel is that kip can not forgive himself and let himself become happy. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. To ask other readers questions about right behind you, please sign up. Right behind you by gail giles i actually want to read this book. Dark song is a great ya book, but its not as good as her beautifully nearperfect right behind you. Gail giles born september 24 in galveston, texas is an american writer of young adult fiction.
Raynard patterson, hiding a secret behind his silence. For authors not included in this list current as of may 2009, simply enter the authors name and the word blog into the search engine of your choice. The reason for that is because kip wasnt really thinking when he set bobby on fire and in the future he kept coming back to that moment when he was younger. The theme of this book is dont do something you will regret in the future. But it is a great story of redemption and forgiveness. Her father lost his job, and her family is crumbling apart. Stine code orange by caroline cooney american born chinese by gene luen yang the magic of xanth by piers anthony uglies by scott westerfield fools gold by jude fisher marked by p. Right behind you by gail giles little, brown books for young. Partially i think its because im something of a geek and a nerd, but also because im 45 years old. It brings up the issues of life after prison, juveniles in prisons, and the question of if we ever get a fresh start. Little, brown books for young readers, nov 1, 2008 young adult fiction 304 pages. I thought the little snipits of interviews at the beginning of each chapter, giving the reader a little foreshadowing of how things play out, was a. Gail giles is the author of six young adult novels. Gail giles is the author of four young adult novels.
At the beginning of the book, kip is 9 years old when he douses a 7yearold neighbor with gasoline and sets him on fire in a jealous rage. This book is a perfect example of the gray areas often overlooked in any violent act, something that seems on the surface horrible and the blame easy to place. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read right behind you. Much of kips selfhatred began when his mother died of breast cancer. Right behind you, giles s next book, is a dark story of redemption. I chose gail giles as author of the month for january because of her contribution to the field of teen literature. Once youve completed the book, explain why this is appropriate. Gail giles right behind you 2007 is another ya novel that tackles a tough. In a new place with a new name, kip can start afresh, but hell never succeed in a normal life if he doesnt learn to manage the crushing guilt of his. Like just like the breakthroughs, the bad stuff always takes you by surprise. Right behind you by gail giles i actually want to read. Once you ve completed the book, explain why this is appropriate. These are the first lines of a journal that chroni.
These are harsh realities, and one of the strengths of young adult fiction is that it. Her debut novel, shattering glass, was an ala best of the best book, a book sense 76 selection, and a booklist top 10 mystery for youth selection. With gentle humor and unflinching realism, gail giles tells the gritty, ultimately hopeful story of two special ed teenagers entering the adult world. Im a bit phys co i like creepy books like for this book right behind you,gail giles. Once in a while a writer comes along who really changes the way things are done. The book i read was right behind you by gail giles, which starts with a young. To say that right behind you is a page turner is an understatement. What is the theme for right behind you by gail giles. Do you think the hungry ghost is a good way of describing kips guilt. However, ive taken the liberty of changing my mind yes, again.
Although gardner begins with a rippedfromtheheadlines murder spree and subsequent chase, she never fails to keep the drama on high, with each new development amplifying the already chilling suspense. Feb 11, 2009 right behind you by gail giles book trailer duration. It begins in rural alaska, where nineyearold kip lives alone with his father. Teaser for neil dsilvas right behind you, a collection of horror stories. The title of this book is right behind you and it was written by gail giles. Now, after years in a juvenile ward, he is ready for a fresh start. Gail giles is the author of several books for young adults, including shattering glass, what happened to cass mcbride. Right behind you tells what happened from the beginning so there is no mystery involved there.