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    In the novel Maximum Ride written by James Patterson an important theme/idea conveyed in the text is the importance of family and friends. This fighter “flock” of kids is, for all intents and purposes, a group of test tube babies. They were born out of a science lab and have no idea who their parents are (or if they even have parents), and do not know if there are others that share their avian gene (they are 98% human and 2% bird) This is worthwhile learning about because when something bad happens

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    Characters Witch and the Wizard, by James Patterson. 307 pages Maximum Ride, School’s Out Forever, by James Patterson. 409 pages Comparing Contrasting  Maximum Ride and Wisteria Allgood are both feminine protagonists that are running for their lives going against evil wrong doers. They are both in high school. They believe that it is their duty to save everyone from the bad guys.  Fang and Whitford Allgood are both allies of the protagonist they fight together against the antagonist. The also

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    a passion in the reader that they did not know existed. These spectacular Novels leave a lasting impression on one and can change their prospective on a given topic. Novels like Zoo, this is a book that can do all of those flawlessly. Zoo, by James Patterson and Michael Ledwidge, is an intriguing novel that shows the resilience

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    James Patterson has been an author that has donated and helped the community on multiple occasions and is an award-winning author.. Patterson was born on March 22, 1947 in Newburgh, New York. His father was a school teacher and an insurance salesman. At 19 years of age, Patterson was writing stories casually, not for money at the time. Later in his life Patterson graduating summa cum laude with a BA in English in Manhattan College. Then decided to move on to Vanderbilt University for the full-time

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    I read the realistic fiction I Totally Funniest a Middle School by James Patterson. This book has 320 pages. According to a customer review on goodreads.com “sometimes you want to yell GO JAMIE. “ I think that the book is for middle schoolers. I say this because there are some adult situations in the book that younger ages are not ready to learn about yet. The main character in the book is a boy named Jamie Grimm. He has short blond hair and he is in a wheelchair because of a car accident. His

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    like him.So I’m going to prove them wrong.AS the author states. My opinion on having a younger/older sibling can be the most excited thing in the world, or the most painful thing in the world. I read “Middle school: My Brother is a Big Fat Liar” by James Patterson.The book mainly talks about what the title explains.On how having a brother that continuously lies on you and one who can never stay out of someones business.In this case he is older so You would think he would act more mature than what he

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    Jack Johnson nicknamed the "Galveston Giant," was an American boxer and arguably the best heavyweight of his generation. He was the first black Heavyweight Champion of the World, from 1908-1915 and became infamous for his interracial relationships with white women. For more than a decade, Johnson was probably the most famous, and certainly the most notorious African-American in the world. Johnson won over 50 matches from 1902-1907 and in 47 years of fighting he was only knocked out three times.

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    Cassius Marcellus Clay , Jr. A.K.A Muhammad Ali , Was born on january 17 , 1942 in Louisville Kentucky , he is an american former professional boxer who is most likely considered the ‘ Greatest Heavyweight In The History Of The Sport’. Ali is highly regarded for the skills he displayed in the ring plus the values he exemplified outside of it. Ali has 9 children , By the age 18 ali had already captured 2 national golden gloves titles , 2 amateur athletic union national titles and 100 victories against

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    Muhammad Ali was a professional boxer during the 1960’s and 70’s, and was the heavyweight champion for many years. Muhammad Ali was born with the name Cassius Clay Jr. on January 17th, 1942, but changed his name to Muhammad Ali when he converted to Islam. He was the son of Cassius Clay Sr. and Odessa Clay. He was 6’3” tall and fought at the weight of 210 pounds, in the heavyweight division. He started boxing when he was only 12 years old, and won his first fight by split decision, and won the Golden

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    During this time, he claimed the World Heavyweight title three times (a record) and fought some of the sport's greatest fighters. Among his most dangerous opponents were Hall of Fame fighters like Sonny Liston, Joe Frazier, George Foreman and Floyd Patterson.

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