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The House of the Scorpion
The House of the Scorpion
Author: Nancy Farmer
In this eerily realistic depiction of society 100 years hence, the wealthy class harvests the organs of clones to prolong their lives. Farmer explores vital and soul-searching questions about what it means to be human. — In a future where humans despise clones, Matt enjoys special status as the young clone of El Patraon, the 142-year-old leader o...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780439577823
ISBN-10: 0439577829
Publication Date: 2003
Pages: 380
Rating:
  • Currently 4.4/5 Stars.
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4.4 stars, based on 11 ratings
Publisher: Scholastic, Incorporated
Book Type: Hardcover
Other Versions: Paperback, Audio Cassette, Audio CD
Members Wishing: 0
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reviewed The House of the Scorpion on + 80 more book reviews
this book is very good..i really recomend reading it..this boy matt is,well,you have to read it..
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This book deals with the moral ethics of cloning in a futuristic world where drug lords have taken over the boarder of Mexico and the United States. Overall I found the book to be a bit lacking, given its numerous awards I'd expect better intergration of hispanic culture and a less predictable plot. However it was recommended me by a vary dear friend whose opinion on books I respect so clearly I'm in the minority in my opinion.
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Both my kids (ages 11 and 13) read this book in two days, which impressed me, and they LOVED it.

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