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Vote for Larry
written by Janet Tashjian
Henry Holt, 2004
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written by Janet Tashjian
Henry Holt, 2004
After becoming what he so clearly and strongly resisted―a consumer―Josh Swensen finds himself in a paranoid state of no return. That is, until he’s kidnapped and coaxed into resurfacing as Larry, his old activist persona. Before long, Larry is back on the scene with much more on his mind than anti-consumerism―this time, he wants to affect change in government. And Larry isn’t taking a conventional path or starting small in local government. He just doesn’t do things halfway. But can he really become an eighteen-year-old president of the United States? Even if he can, is he sure he really wants to?
Reviews
“[A] clever, inspiring sequel … Josh’s narration moves swiftly, and the topical yet universal themes make this book even more compelling than the first.” (Publishers Weekly, starred review and Editor’s Pick)
“Once again, Tashjian manages to take a fairly unbelievable premise and make it seem more than fairly believable. The fast-paced story and Josh’s witty narration (he still loves footnotes) will keep readers hooked–and if they get out and vote when they’re eighteen, Larry will have won.” (The Horn Book Magazine)
““Vote for Larry is a crash course in the rough and tumble world of national politics and teen readers will get a taste of just what it takes in idealism and courage to achieve such goals.” (Bookpage)
“Hopefully Josh will return, though it is difficult to imagine what he could do after the feats he performs in this book. Enjoyable and motivational!” (teenreads.com)
“Josh has a fresh, intelligent voice, filled with common sense, passion, and conviction … A solid and timely work that will make readers laugh, but more important, will make them think.” (Voice of Youth Advocates)