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Noughts and Crosses (Noughts & Crosses Trilogy) | 
 enlarge | Author: Malorie Blackman
Publisher: Corgi Childrens
Category: Book
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Rating:  242 reviews
Sales Rank: 1748
Media: Paperback
Edition: New edition
Pages: 448
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.8
Dimensions (in): 7.6 x 5.1 x 1.3
ISBN: 0552555703
EAN: 9780552555708
ASIN: 0552555703
Publication Date: August 8, 2006
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Amazon.co.uk Review
Malorie Blackman is a fine, award-winning author whose work is always inclined to provoke debate amongst her readers, and indeed her peers. With Noughts and Crosses she surpasses expectation not only with her subject matter, but with the execution of a stimulating and provocative plot line that often leaves the reader chilled to the bone. Sephy and Callum have been best friends since childhood, and now they are older and they realise they want more from each other. But the harsh realities of lives lived in a segregated society are beginning to take their toll: Callum is a nought--a second-class citizen in a world dominated by the Crosses--and Sephy is a Cross, and the daughter of one of the most powerful men in the country. The barriers they would have to cross to be together at first seem little more than minor obstacles to the two idealistic teenagers, but soon those barriers threaten not only their friendship but their lives. Noughts and Crosses is written with the passion of an author who has a personal message about the perception of the past, present and future, and Blackman has used the clever device of turning preconceived ideas of racial prejudice upside down to make sure that her point is well and truly made. Deeply disturbing and totally absorbing this novel is intriguing from the outset, with a shocking climax that packs an unforgettable punch. (Age 11 and over) --Susan Harrison
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One of the most emotional books ever September 30, 2008
D. McFarlane (UK)
I remember when I first picked this up in my school library, having heard from others it was a good read. I didn't know at the time that it was to become one of my favourite books ever. By the time, I reached the end of it, tears were pouring like Niagra Falls (James Blunt on the radio didn't help either). No book had ever made me cry before as much as Noughts and Crosses and I believe that Malorie Blackman was trying to tell us all that, if it were the other way around for black and white people (reversal of roles) would it really be any different than it is now?
I also went to see the play by the Royal Shakespeare Company at Christmas and I think I will remember the performance for as long as I live.
If you want a thrilling read that keeps you on your toes right until the end and that is well balanced with emotion, politics and morality, I suggest you consider Noughts and Crosses.
Not For Younger Readers? September 7, 2008
(I am on my mum's account, just so you know)
Yes. Yes I am what you might class as being a "younger" reader at the age of 12. But, hey, just because I am young does not mean I can't grasp the concept of the book or that I'm too young to read some bits! I wouldn't have bought the book with what seldom pocket money I get if I hadn't been remotely intrested in the issues inside the book!
Anyway, that's beside the point.
Noughts and Crosses was the best book I have ever read. I don't know which hour I stayed up to to finish the book but it was very early morning. I couldn't put the book down for more than half an hour - literally - it only took me a day to read the book! (very, very good for my standards seeing as it took two weeks with the seventh Harry Potter!)
My point is that: If you are looking for an excellent book that displays modern issues - This is the one. Just read it!
Note: Also, I enjoyed the other two books of the sequence and I am sure the fourth book, "Double Cross," out in November with be a thrill to read too.
Genius! September 7, 2008
Mr. Graham R. Coombes
This is by far the most exciting and dramatic book I have ever read! Malorie Blackman used a clever and effective plot which illustrates the difficulties and hardships of racism. The contrast between the two main characters in the form of two diaries were remarkable and I felt like you personally knew the characters. Four different people recommended the book to me from all different age groups (15, 15, 42 and 70). I have enjoyed this book tremendously, and am prepared to recommend this book to people of all ages except the younger readers under around 13 and diverse backgrounds. May, I say that I am a harsh critic when it comes to books so giving this a 5-star review doesn't come very often from moi! So give it a read!
noughts and crosses August 17, 2008
Rebecca (tullse hill london)
i luv this book omg! i cnt find a book better dan this.
i had to read this book as part of my school exams and i thought it was going to be a boring book. bwoy was i wrong, i literary could not put the book down. The story also dealt with real life issues. And the whole callum and sephy thing made me want to read more and more of the book and the ending ws just..... i wont say bt put it this way, i cudnt wait to read knife edge(the 2nd part of the book)
u shud really buy this book.
Superb July 29, 2008
J. Crossan (UK)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I love this book. It is so different than anything I have ever read. The plot is amazing, the characters are really well potrayed and it is a "never put down" book. The chapters are set out through different characters eyes so you get all the aspects of this world. It completely blew me away. The other two books are also amazing.
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