The Outsiders by S. E. Hinton

Ponyboy, a member of the "Greasers" gang, is passionate about his friends, his brothers, the gang, and seeing movies at the theatre. Ponyboy can count on his brothers and his friends, but not on much else besides trouble with the Socs, a vicious gang of rich kids who get away with everything, including beating up Greasers like Ponyboy. At least he knows what to expect... until someone takes things too far.

Written forty-five years ago, S. E. Hinton's classic story of a boy who finds himself on the outskirts of regular society remains as powerful today as it was the day it was written. You'll fall in love with the Greasers and become Ponyboy's best friend.

Reviewed by Alexa ~ 8th  Grade

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Ponyboy can count on his brothers and his friends. The Socs, a gang of wealthy kids think it's fun to beat up the Greasers. One day a beating goes to far. Something heroic happens. If you like action, suspense, this book is great for you!

Reviewed by Ten ~ 7th Grade

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The Outsiders is a great book full of action, heroic and brave characters. I couldn't put the book down. It's about a boy named Ponyboy who is a Greaser. A beating goes to far one time and something drastic happens.

Reviewed by an 8th Grader

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The Outsiders is a great book for people who love suspense and action. Its about a greaser named Ponyboy. The Socs like to beat up the greasers and one time someone takes things too far.

Reviewed by Amanda ~ 7th Grade

Lexile 750