In 1974, after suffering rejections from seven major publishers, this uncompromising portrait of conformity and corruption made its debut and it quickly became a bestselling--and provocative--classic for young adults.

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IN 1974, AFTER SUFFERING rejections from seven major publishers, "The Chocolate War" made its debut. An uncompromising portrait of conformity and corruption, it quickly became a bestselling--and provocative--classic for young adults.
"Masterfully structured and rich in theme; the action is well crafted, well timed, suspenseful."--"The New York Times Book Review"
"The characterizations of all the boys are superb."--"School Library Journal," Starred
"Compellingly immediate. . . . Readers will respect the uncompromising ending."--"Kirkus Reviews," Starred
"An""ALA Best Books for Young Adults"
"A" School Library Journal "Best Books of the Year"
"A "Kirkus Reviews "Choice"
"A" New York Times "Outstanding Books of the Year"

Tagged: Children's Books - Young Adult Fiction