Son
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–17 · 2012 · Est. 7 hour read

Son

Written by Lois Lowry

Book #4 in the The Giver Quartet series

A mother defies a colorless world to find her stolen son, risking everything for love.

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393 pages· 76,255 words· Est. 7 hour read
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Claire, from a world devoid of emotions, embarks on a perilous quest to find her stolen son. As a former Vessel, she defies her society's rules, driven by an unbreakable bond. Her journey through the chilling landscapes of The Giver's universe tests her resolve and courage. Will Claire's sacrifice be enough to reunite her with her child, or will the forces of her past prove too powerful? In this gripping finale, the stakes are high, and the battle between good and evil reaches its peak, leaving readers questioning the true cost of love and freedom.

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They called her Water Claire. When she washed up on their shore, no one knew that she came from a society where emotions and colors didn’t exist. That she had become a Vessel at age thirteen. That she had carried a Product at age fourteen. That it had been stolen from her body. Claire had a son. But what became of him she never knew. What was his name? Was he even alive? She was supposed to forget him, but that was impossible. Now Claire will stop at nothing to find her child, even if it means making an unimaginable sacrifice.

Son thrusts readers once again into the chilling world of the Newbery Medal winning book, The Giver, as well as Gathering Blue and Messenger where a new hero emerges. In this thrilling series finale, the startling and long-awaited conclusion to Lois Lowry’s epic tale culminates in a final clash between good and evil.

At a glance
Format
Pages
393
Words
76,255
Reading age
12–17
Audience
Young Adult
Lexile
720L
Themes & topics
Books about coming of ageBooks about presents and giftsBooks about mother and childBooks about friendshipBooks about social themes
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5
F&P level
~Q
Scholastic level
Z+
AR points
11
AR interest level
MG+
AR quiz
153883
Publication
Published
October 2, 2012
Publisher
Clarion Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Text details
The text of this book is set in Centaur.
Identifiers
ISBN
9780547887203

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