An average kid, Paul Richmond, ventures to find a friend—who really likes him, from the rich snobs, or “clones” that fill the hallways of Gate school. Paul befriends Charlie, a kid who seems compassionate, but is smarter than he looks. Paul finally thinks he has a friend, until he realizes what Charlie is not who he seemed to be. “Breaking Point” is a story of excitement, suspense and mostly, a story about how school can create a monster out of a seemingly “good boy.”
Breaking Point
By Alex Flinn
| Interest Level | Reading Level | Reading A-Z | ATOS | Word Count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grades 7 - 12 | Grades 1 - 4 | n/a | 3.5 | 48425 |
"We may need to plant a bomb in Old Lady Zaller's classroom."
These simple words will change Paul Richmond's life forever. Paul is new to Gate, a school whose rich students make life miserable for anyone not like them. And Paul is definitely not like them. Then something incredible happens. Charlie Good, a star student and athlete, invites Paul to join his elite inner circle. All Charlie wants is a few things in return -- small things that Paul does willingly. And then, one day, Charlie wants something big. How far will Paul go to fit in?
Publisher: HarperTeen
Published on 6/3/2003
Binding: Paperback
Number of pages: 256