My Sister’s Keeper by Jodi Picoult is a definite heart throb. From the beginning, Anna, the main character, has always been there for her sister, literally. She was “created” as a match in order to become a donor for her sister, Kate. Despite the constant blood and bone marrow donations, Kate continues to enter remission, and then relapse yet again. After the announcement that Anna must donate a kidney to save Kate’s life, she has had enough. Sick of her parents constantly forcing her to go through the endless surgeries, she opts for the potentially family splitting way out. Anna makes the decision to sue her parents for the rights to making decisions when it comes to her medical treatments and operations. Anna’s mother, who is an ex-lawyer, represents herself in court, while Anna hires her own lawyer. As the family deals with this immense stress, the book also touches upon the hardships of having a family member with cancer, and the chaotic (and dangerous) actions of Anna’s brother. With an extremely different ending and a much more detailed plot, this story keeps the reader hooked from the first line. Additionally, each chapter is told from a different character’s point of view in order to get a much more realistic and complete story. I would definitely recommend this to anybody who loves realistic fiction! –Kristen C. (per. 3)
I saw this movie and it really touched me. It was such a sad story but it also taught the audience that they should appreciate evreything they have. In the end, this story was very sad but happy at the same time. It definitely was an emotional roller coaster.
ReplyDelete-Matt B. (Period 7/8)
This books seems like it's very deep and emotional. I've never read anything similar to this but I'd love to read about how Anna and even her sister, Kate feel about all these plans their parents are making for them. They must be going through a lot. This sounds like the type of book you won't be able to put down because you're so eager to read the ending. I'll definitely have to read it soon
ReplyDelete-Carly Torrado (Period 4)
I read this book last year, and it was amazing! It was very happy yet sad. If I were Kate, I don't think I would have let my parents continually take from my sister against her own will, just to save my own life. I would probably would have just given up a long time ago because I don't think it's worth it because she just keeps relapsing. Would you have acted the same way as Anna if you were in her position? Also, how would you feel/what would you do if you were Kate?
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-Winnee Lee (per. 3)
I've watched the movie so many times and every time I've cried historically. In the book it doesn't go into detail about what Anna feels about being created only to be used. The parents created Anna to use her in helping Kate without wondering for one moment what would happen to Anna after losing all the organs and body parts. Anna was created to be used not to be loved which is cruel. Everyone knew there was practically no hope for Kate and yet they continued to destroy Anna. That is extermely cruel and inhumane. It want to read it so I can get Anna's point of view of what's happening but in detail.
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I haven't read the book but I watched the movie and it was really touching. This idea really questions the morals of our society and the way innocents are forced into unwanted situations all the time. Is being Kate with the guilt of having her younger sister go through so much for her worse than being Anna who doesn't really get to have her own life? -Chynelle M (period 7/8)
ReplyDeleteThe movie was awful, but the book was fantastic and led to an obsession with Jodi Piccoult's books that had not been surpassed until I read The Fault in Our Stars by John Green. Did you cry at the end? I just stared up at the ceiling, not moving.
ReplyDelete-Emily P.
Period 3
I watched this movie and didn't like it but I hear that the movie was nothing like the book so i would be open to try it.-Eric Canonaco
ReplyDeleteI hate that I "accidently" saw the movie first, but regardless, this book left me in awe. The plot was so heart breaking, yet very captivating. It also left me so emotional; I was practically crying for an hour when I finished, and I never cry because of reading! Anna's situation and the story is so unique and full of emotion. Each chapter left you on the edge of your seat and tearful in the end. I know this is definately one of my favorite books, it's a must read.
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period 7/8
Emily, the movie was awful! I didn't like it at all. The book goes into so much more detail, and the movie doesn't even include her brother all that much! I started tearing up at the end! But I read The Fault in Our Stars too and John Green is definitely my favorite writer now. -Kristen C. (period 3)
ReplyDeleteThis was such an emotional book! It was such an inspirational story and I recommend it to everybody! The book teaches you so much about relationships and morals. I do think that the movie did not do the book justice at all, especially with the ending. -- Sreya A Period 7/8
ReplyDelete(As usual) I never read the book or saw the movie, but I heard it was very emotional and well done. I absolutely must read this now. I hope I don't start crying, I can't stand when that happens.
ReplyDelete-Kevin Gunia, Period 4
I read the book last year. It was a very emotional and sad story. However, out of all the books Jodi Picoult wrote, My Sister's Keeper was my favorite. Many parts of the book really surprised me, and I was especially shocked at the end. I feel that if I was Anna, I would refuse to keep donating to Kate, as well.
ReplyDelete-Ridhima. S
Period 3
I've still never read this book or watched the movie, but it seems like it would be really touching and emotional. I'm sure not only is it difficult for obviously Anna but for Kate who is forced into a life she clearly doesn't want to be living. But wouldn't she feel guilty not helping her sister, who also doesn't get to live the life she wants? --Amanda Evans Period 4
ReplyDeleteI've always wanted to read this book, I've been a big fan of Jodi Picoult. I loved "The Host", and when the movie for this came out, I was dying to read "My Sister's Keeper". The plot is immensely original and moving, and I hope someday I'll find the time fo read this.
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love the movie regardless of how heart breaking it is. I liked the movie because it was very realistic and even though it was graphic, it showed how difficult it is to have a family member with cancer. Usually books are better than the movie, too.
ReplyDeleteSarah McCaffrey, period 2
I remember reading this book for my summer reading assignment for seventh grade. I read it because the movie just came out and my mom wanted to take me. It was so sad. I believe I cried more during this book than any other book I've read before. The book was really good, though, and had a pretty good twist in it.
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