Holes by Louis Sachar (2000, Paperback, Reissue)

Amazing story and a well earned John Newbery Medal book. I recommend this book for kids of all ages. This is just as good, if not better than the movie. Make sure to view the movie after you complete this great novel, you will enjoy every part of this journey, I gaurantee it!!!

I bought this book to give to my little brother as a part of his Christmas present. He loved the book (as he loves the movie and watches it every weekend), so now he can read the book a little every night and turn his likes into educational learning as well. The book wasn't in excellent condition- but I knew that when I bought it. It is perfect for a ten year old boy. I am very happy with the purchase- thank you!

One of my favorite debates in my sixth grade English class is why Holes is a fantasy book, and not realistic fiction. The characters are so real to kids and the situation believable in so many ways that kids forget that nothing in life is quite this coincidental!

In a full-circle style, Louis Sachar's masterpiece chronicles the life of Stanley Yelnats, who is one of the unlucky members of the Yelnats family. Bad luck seems to have followed the Yelnats family for generations, and it all goes back to Stanley's "no good, dirty rotten pig-stealing great, great grandfather". Stanley is accused of a crime he didn't commit, and is sent to Camp Green Lake for juvenile delinquents. There, all the incarcerated boys must dig a hole each day to "build character". The grueling work is only made worse by the cruel and uncaring staff.

By resolving the family curse, saving the day for a group of juvenile delinquents, and proving that authority figures (i.e. adults) aren't always right, Stanley moves from "loser" to hero status.

The main plot is intertwined with a flashback parallel plot, both of which come together at the end of the book. I can't help but compare it to a Seinfeld episode, where everything seems to come together and all coincidences are linked.

The story is easy to read, and kids have loved it ever since the day it was published. I hate to see good books like this one made into movies, especially since it was a great book for kids who aren't great readers. Many of them just opt to see the film instead. However, the film is extremely well done, and it's a great reward for a kid who reads and finishes the book. Sachar proves he's a master storyteller in this one, which is light years more complex than his Wayside School series.

Great for advanced fourth grade readers--all the way to seventh.

Amazing. If you are a parent I strongly recommend you purchase this for your child (ages 10 and up would be best). This book tells the story of Stanley Yelnats a young boy who is framed for a crime he didn't commit. As punishment, he is sent to a camp where he must dig a whole everyday in the desert. Through the book, Stanley and his friends uncover a secret that is hiding at the camp. What is the secret? Read the book and find out. This book really captured my imagination when I read it a few years ago. This is the type of book you will start reading and not be able to put down until the end. Even adults can read this book. It is really clever and extremely well written. Also, I just saw the prices and you can buy it here on eBay really cheap. I suggest that you get this for your child before you let them see the movie. In my opinion, the movie spoiled the fun of imagination. This is an amazing story that your child (or even yourself) will want to read many, many times.

This book renewed a love of reading for my teenage son. They had discussed the book and school and it intrigued him enough to ask me to buy the book for him. I have read it myself and it is a book that is great for all ages.

I ordered these books for my students and they really enjoyed reading it. We will watch the movie next week to see how different it is from the book.

I had read the book before and it is still as good as ever, The seller was fast and efficient and the book was just as advertised.

I read this book a few years ago after my daughter had watched in on Disney. Now in the 6th grade my daughter had to read it for school. She truly enjoyed it even though she had seen the movie before hand. I recommend it for any 6th/7th grader who has a Novel & book report to do. They shouldn't be dissapointed!

this is a wonderful story for kids and adults. we bought it because it was an assigned reading project for school.

I purchased this for my son and myself to read for school. The book arrived in reading condition, but it was in better shape than I expected. It arrived in time for us to read it for his school project. This was a very good buying experience. I received exactly what I wanted, and I have nothing bad to say about shopping on ebay.

Great seller! Wonderful communication and fast shipping! Would deff. buy from them again!!! Book was in great condition and just like promised!~

I bought this book because my son use tho have this book and he lost it and he wanted another one and this was the cheapest one that i found and in great shape.

i bought this book several weeks ago for my son, it came fast and was in perfect condition, my son loved it.

Where is the book? Payment was received but I still am waiting for the book!!!!! When I purchase something I expect to get it. I ordered the book way before Christmas, and still have not received it. I sent an email through ebay and did not get a respond. Still waiting for the book since you already received your money for it.