He had not uttered a sound since dialing 911. In 1968 From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. This book was a lot better than I thought it would be! Though true for Branwell Zamborska and Connor Kane, the real definition cannot be put into words - literally. Dr. Z probably figured that if anyone could get Bran to talk, it would be me. Author. 14 day loan required to access EPUB and PDF files. "I don't think there is any feeling I like more than the one that someone is glad to see me. The Zamborskas live on Tower Hill near the Kanes. She won't wake up. No one believes bran except for his best friend Connor, and Bran hasn't been speaking due to his trauma from the recent events, his fathers new marriage, Nikki's injury, and the terrible babysitter Vivian. Parents need to know that this book includes all the hallmarks of a classic mystery story surrounding an infant in a coma. I won't say what his first words were until I explain what I heard during the time he said nothing. Had he started to shave? Connor's precocious friend Branwell suddenly stopped talking the day Bran's baby sister was injured and the babysitter blamed it on him. When Branwell was home from school on Columbus Day, Yolanda was cleaning house. Had he become a moody teenager, and would I become one in three more weeks? "This middle-grade novel combines a plot loosely based on a real case with a taut psychological mystery . The doctor drilled a hole in Nikki's skull and put in a small tube no thicker than a strand of spaghetti to drain excess fluid from her brain to lower the pressure. But how can he prove Branwell didn't commit the unspeakable act of which he's accused - when Branwell can't speak for himself?" Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club thats right for you for free. There's too much adult content for that age. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2010. https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Silent_to_the_Bone&oldid=1144109221, Short description is different from Wikidata, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 11 March 2023, at 21:58. This story is about Branwell, a 13 year old boy whose infant half-sister, Nikki, is in a coma after a suspicious injury for which he's been blamed. Wed.Nov.25-2:45 pm was when the 911 call happened (to report attempt murder upon Nikki). But how can Connor prove Branwell didn't commit the unspeakable act which he's accused-When Branwell can't speak for himself?:):). What happened? "border='0' width='31' height='31'><\/a>") Silent to the Bone by E. L. Konigsburg | Books on Tape Silent to the Bone By: E. L. Konigsburg Narrator: Howard McGillin Imprint: Listening Library Grades: Grade 7 & Up Ages: 12 and up Release Date: May 26, 2009 5 Hours and 20 Minutes Play Clip: Vm P d Embed Embed Code Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2013, There were some parts that were a bit slow ,but otherwise really good. E. L. Konigsburg's child characters have always been precociously gifted, but in recent novels, such as The View From Saturday, she has strayed perilously close to making them indistinguishable from very clever adults, and here she goes over the line. Like: What happened? Unfortunately, none of the key elements -- the characters, the emotions, the psychology -- ring true. His grandparents live in Naples, Florida. Nothing to his father, to his stepmother. [then just before the connection is broken] For God's sake, Branwell, MOVE. Read 580 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. --Cover, There are no reviews yet. Connor is the only one who might be able to break through Branwell's wall of silence. 2. In Branwell's first utterance since the incident he explains that Nikki was neglected and harmed by tobacco smoke coming from Vivian and her boyfriend Morris. While the basis for the story is disturbing, it is also "current events". Basil E. Frankweiler. But now that I started a Konigsberg binge, it was finally time to read this one. Absorbing mystery includes child abuse, sexual manipulation. Sixteen-year-old Nigeria Jones explores complex relationships with her famous freedom-fighter father and her all-Black commune in this striking portrait by Zoboi (Star Child). Browse books: Recent| popular| #| a| b| c| d| e| f| g| h| i| j| k| l| m| n| o| p| q| r| s| t| u| v| w| x| y| z|. I felt so responsible for getting Branwell to talk that I asked him a bunch of dumb questions. Common Sense Media's unbiased ratings are created by expert reviewers and aren't influenced by the product's creators or by any of our funders, affiliates, or partners. After that first strange, clouded visit, I decided that if I was going back (and I knew that I would), nothing good was going to come out of my visits unless I forgot about our estrangement, forgot about having an assignment from Dr. Z, and acted like the old friend I was. escape(document.referrer)+((typeof(screen)=="undefined")? Sites with a short overview, synopsis, book report, or summary of Silent to the Bone by E. L. Konigsburg. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations. Javascript is not enabled in your browser. . The family's British au pair completes the emergency call and accuses Branwell of injuring the baby. : But this, this is the Konigsburg book that should have won a Newbery. Jeanmarie and Malcolm are plummeted into the magic underground world of. I wouldn't want my tween/teen boys reading this book, it is graphic enough, and they don't need ANY additional influence of that, (although it is probably somewhat milder by today's standards, but I don't approve of today's "standards"! Friendship: the state of being a friend; association as friends. What made Branwell feel different after Columbus Day? Nikki is Branwell's newborn sister. In a. Margaret, who played a supporting role in Silent to the Bone He loved words. She was in critical condition, and there was no way of knowing what the outcome would be. ""A vivid portrait of a, Simple paintings introduce a spectrum of colors in the first title; in the other, Samuel makes astute observations about the genius of Velcro, backpacks, training wheels and more. I didn't know what caused it, and I didn't exactly know how to describe it. [then, speaking directly into the phone] It's the baby. I would not be pleased to see my 10-yr-old reading it. Search the history of over 804 billion There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. When Dr. Z called me, he reported that the pressure in Nikki's skull was dropping, and that was a good sign, but, he cautioned, she was still in a coma. : Silent to the Bone Book review by Matt Berman, Common Sense Media Common Sense says age 12+ Absorbing mystery includes child abuse, sexual manipulation. 911 call where Branwell first becomes silent as. I think 12 (brink of puberty) is about as low as I'd recommend. The main characters in Silent to the Bone are, Branwell, Connor, Margaret, and Vivian. All rights reserved. E. L. Konigsburg. Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2017, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 17, 2009. Connor figures out he can communicate with Bran using notecards, and slowly he uncovers the story of Bran's difficulties adjusting to his dad's new marriage, the new baby, and most of all, the new nanny, Vivian. You learn a lot about the characters through the eyes of the narrator. You can help us help kids by The friendship between Connor and Branwell is one that is very admirable. Neither Connor (who tells the story) nor Bran are credible young teens; they don't talk -- or, more importantly, think -- like kids at all. But Nikki lies in a coma, and Branwell is in a juvenile behavioral center, suspected of a horrible crime and unable to utter the words to tell what really happened. And no one heard. We check all files by special algorithm to prevent their re-upload. Though the identity of the culprit will surprise no one, readers might be unsatisfied by the punishment given to the person who actually abused Nikki. This book is no exception. We're transferring you to Fire and Rescue. After completing her degree at Carnegie Mellon University, Ms. Konigsburg did graduate work in organic chemistry at the University of Pittsburgh. He would not speak at all. A woman's voice [heard more clearly]: TELL THEM. SILENCE. Male Voice: Is she having difficulty breathing? [4], An Amazon.com review stated that Silent to the Bone shows Konigsburg's "keen understanding of young people"; that it is "darker than some of her others, with a remarkably true glimpse into a young man's inner world".[5]. But Nikki lies in a coma, and Branwell is in a juvenile behavioral center, suspected of a horrible crime and unable to utter the words to tell what really happened. : "This middle-grade novel combines a plot loosely based on a real case with a taut psychological mystery. He is at a juvenile facility while the investigation is underway and Nikki recovers in the hospital. Do you see any similarities between this book and her other works, like From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. We had both turned thirteen within three weeks of each other, and at first I wondered if he was entering a new phase of development three weeks ahead of me. "' alt='' title='LiveInternet' "+ Konigsburg did a fabulous job writing this novel, as it was easily relatable to a teenage life, like mine. Branwell- a slightly odd, very precocious child- stops talking the day he calls 911. This page works best with JavaScript. Also includes sites with a short overview, synopsis, book report, or summary of E. L. Konigsburgs Silent to the Bone. Preacher's daughter, military boyfriend, small town sheriff. His baby half-sister, Nikki, suffers a head injury and is in a coma. There was a problem loading your book clubs. Author did perfect and to reading more books. Reviews tend to be short and light on plot details. | Try Prime for unlimited fast, free shipping, Previous page of related Sponsored Products. A woman's voice with a British accent [heard clearly]: Here! Silent to the Bone by e.l. Konigsburg by Shelagh Turner 10 $3.00 PDF Research indicates that a student's ability to comprehend what they read is one of the most critical pieces to success in school. Please see the supplementary resources provided below for other helpful content related to this book. There I would empty my pockets and, when I had my backpack with me, I would have to open it as well. S&S/Aladdin, $5.99 (261pp) ISBN 978--689-83602-2. He is at a juvenile facility while the investigation is underway and Nikki recovers in the hospital. On the first page, Conner says, It is easy to pinpoint the minute when my friend Branwell began his silence. The police cannot be told about the child abuse without also learning that Vivian saw Branwell become erect. Common Sense is a nonprofit organization. He shuffled as he walked toward me. Branwell Zamborska is a tall, smart, caring, and honest boy. Decent for use on character building though. Male Voice: Is there a history of asthma or heart trouble? There are mystery aspects in addition to all the other high notes of this book that make it enjoyable for YA readers as well as adults. Nikki had been put down for a nap, and Branwell saw Vivian in the . Connor's best friend Branwell Zamborska is struck dumb and taken to the Juvenile Behavioral Center when his infant sister Nicole suffers a head injury and slips into a coma. [then, screaming as the voice approaches] For God's sake, Branwell. With his best friend silently locked up in the behavioral center, for something he is positive Branwell didn't do, Connor's whole world is . She told him that she had put the baby down for her afternoon nap and had gone to her room. I have never heard of anyone named Branwell before. , Item Weight Operator: Stay on the line. i think that people should read this because this book has multiple different symbols and it is actually really different hearing and waiting for the true story. Her best friend is kidnapped. Zombielike, he slowly, slowly, slowly shook his head once, twice, three times. With his best friend silently locked up in the behavioral center, for something he is positive Branwell didn't do, Connor's whole world is turned upside down. It deals with a lot and I like the way it brings up the way adults behavior can effect kids and just how much pain and complicated suffering it can cause. He asked her what had happened. Teens may love the supernatural elements. Something happened on Wednesday 25th November to cause Branwell. It was Wednesday, November 25, 2:43 P.M., Eastern Standard Time. Focusing on teen/YA literature, Teenink reviews are user-submitted by teen readers, and as such tend to vary significantly in style and quality. Readers may also not be convinced by the connection between the nanny's sexual manipulation of Bran and his silence (and be troubled that it is never really called abuse). 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