Synopses & Reviews
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 hes 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 isnt taking a conventional path or starting small in local government. He just doesnt 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?
Review
“[A] clever, inspiring sequel . . . Joshs narration moves swiftly, and the topical yet universal themes make this book even more compelling than the first.”—
Publishers Weekly, Starred Review and Editors Pick
“Once again, Tashjian manages to take a fairly unbelievable premise and make it seem more than fairly believable. The fast-paced story and Joshs witty narration (he still loves footnotes) will keep readers hooked—and if they get out and vote when theyre 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 Time Out New York Kids Pick of the Literature 2004
Lois Lowry's Top Five Books for Summer
Nominated for ALA Best Books for Young Adults 2004
On "May We Recommend" Booksense National Bestseller List
On Spring/Summer Book Sense Children's Pick List
Synopsis
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?
Synopsis
Larry is not your parents politician, thats for sure.
About the Author
Janet Tashjian is the author of many teen novels including, The Gospel According to Larry, Fault Line, and Multiple Choice (available from Square Fish). Her middle-grade novel, Tru Confessions, is also available from Square Fish. Her third book about Larry, Larry and the Meaning of Life, will be available from Holt in Fall 2008. She lives in Needham, Massachusetts. You can visit Janet at www.janettashjian.com and Larry at www.thegospelaccordingtolarry.com.