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The Trouble with Lemons Kindle Edition

by Daniel Hayes (Author) Format: Kindle Edition

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Book 1 of 3: The Trouble with Lemons Series

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His real name was Tyler McAllister, but he felt like a lemon. He had allergies and nightmares, and was the only unfamous person in his family. But one night he and a friend went swimming at the forbidden quarry, and Tyler found a dead body. Now he's determined to find out who killed the man and why they're now after him....
From Award-winning author, Daniel Hayes, The Trouble with Lemons was named an American Library Association Best Book in 1992 and was named an International Reading Association Young Adults' Choices book in 1993 and has been in print continuously ever since.

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10 - 18 years
Book 1 of 3

The Trouble with Lemons Series
Print length

192 pages
Language

English
Grade level

5 - 12
Publication date

July 3, 2013
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Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Things are tough enough for eighth-grader Tyler McAllister before he bumps into a dead body while swimming in the quarry. Tyler is trying to understand why he is allergic to almost everything in the world, how he could have saved his parents' marriage and why his father had to die in a plane crash. Trying to cope with a move from L.A. to upstate New York, the boy sorely misses his mother and brother who are away filming movies. Tyler is suddenly thrust into the midst of a murder case, the resolution of which seems to depend upon him. As the investigation grows increasingly confusing and overwhelming, Tyler's previous dilemmas gradually become lucid and surmountable. (Hayes beautifully draws a contrast between these two facets of Tyler's life.) Tyler gains new perspectives, discovering friendship, love and self-respect as he works through his problems. Tyler's unique, deftly drawn character highlights this carefully crafted, powerful story. As a mystery it is intriguing, but as a novel about introspection and self-acceptance, it is irresistible. Ages 11-up.
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.

From School Library Journal

Grade 6-8-- Tyler and his best friend, Lymie, go to the local quarry for a forbidden late night dip, but quickly find themselves swimming with a dead body. Beating a swift retreat, they report their discovery to the sheriff anonymously and suspect that the man, a maintenance worker from school, was murdered. Meanwhile, Tyler has other problems to deal with; he feels like a total failure, certain that he is a magnet for trouble. His father is dead; his mother and brother are movie stars who are away for long periods. But Tyler proves to be resilient if unsure of himself. A popular girl befriends him; with Lymie, they try to puzzle out the mystery of the dead man. While that plot will hold readers until the end, Tyler is the real star of this story. All his good intentions seem to go awry, and he is constantly apologizing for himself. His discovery that "life isn't just good guys fighting bad guys" is an important step towards maturity, and he is a three-dimensional character with whom many middle schoolers will readily identify. This first-time author offers a fast-paced mystery and an excellent coming-of-age story as well. --Bruce Anne Shook, Mendenhall Middle School, Greensboro, NC
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.

From the Publisher

We have had an overwhelming response from teachers and librarians over the popularity of this book. Here's why teachers and students like the book. It's a fast-paced story about a boy (Tyler McAllister) struggling to fit into a new school, trying to overcome the death of his father, dealing with embarrassing attacks of asthma and allergies, and dodging the school bully. In the midst of this turmoil is a murder mystery that Tyler is determined to solve after he accidentally finds a dead body. But what really makes this book appealing to kids is that the dialogue reflects the way kids talk and it's an easy, short read. What more could a kid ask for?

THE TROUBLE WITH LEMONS is the winner of the American Library Association Best Book for Young Adults and an International Reading Association Young Adults' Choice award winner. A great selection for reluctant readers. Free Teacher's Guide is available.

And if you like this book, look for more adventures with Tyler, and his sidekick Lymie, in EYE OF THE BEHOLDER.

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e was Tyler McAllister, but he felt like a lemon. He had allergies and nightmares, and was the only unfamous person in his family. But one night he and a friend went swimming at the forbidden quarry, and Tyler found a dead body. Now he's determined to find out who killed the man and why they're now after him....

From the Back Cover

His real name was Tyler McAllister, but he felt like a lemon. He had allergies and nightmares, and was the only unfamous person in his family. But one night he and a friend went swimming at the forbidden quarry, and Tyler found a dead body. Now he's determined to find out who killed the man and why they're now after him....

About the Author

Daniel Hayes lives in Schaghticoke, New York, and teaches English and creative writing. His works include The Trouble with Lemons, Eye of the Beholder, No Effect, and Flyers. He has received numerous awards and honors from American Library Association.

Product details

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00DSADWNQ
Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 3, 2013
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 2349 KB
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
Print length ‏ : ‎ 192 pages

Best Sellers Rank: #1,421,163 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #3,772 in Children's Mystery & Detectives Books
- #7,823 in Coming of Age Fiction (Kindle Store)
- #12,429 in Children's Mystery, Detective, & Spy

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Daniel Hayes lives in the town of Easton in Upstate New York, at the southern end of scenic Washington County. Born April 17, 1952, he attended school in Greenwich, New York, which became the fictional village of Wakefield in his novels. He currently teaches 11th grade English at Troy High School and creative writing for Hudson Valley Community College. His goal, in addition to writing more books (his fifth, My Kind of Crazy, is on the way), is to someday see film versions of his novels. Having fielded a number of queries from various producers over the years, he hopes, eventually, to be able to put Tyler and Lymie and the rest of his cast of characters up on the big screen. Should this happen, due to his considerable acting skills, he feels he should, at the very least, be considered for the role of the dead body in The Trouble with Lemons. He's already working on his ability to float face down.

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Dawnleeh

Great read! Kept my non-reader son’s attention.

Reviewed in the United States on September 10, 2018

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My son’s summer reading selection. I read it to engage him in conversation. We both enjoyed it.

Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2023

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This book is pretty okay but it gets depressing at some points, and thats alright, no spoilers but read this when you are having a good day 😆

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Andrew

The Trouble with Lemons

Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2014

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It was one of the BEST books I have ever read in my life. It was a little creepy at the climax, but overall it was AMAZING.

Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 2013

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Had to get it for school but I was absolutely glad that I did. I would have enjoyed it even if it wasn't required. That's what my daughter said.

Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2014

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This novel was absolutely stunning! I loved and still love it my father gave it to me and I love this book !!! #1

Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2014

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I liked the book a lot the book and the main character really played his part the most with Lyme

Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2013

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I purchased this book for reading instruction for my middle school students. The students seem to really like the story. It has a lot to discuss, especially with our focus on plot analysis. I like that it has two real story lines to it, a mystery and a self-perception issue. It is a little dated, but that didn't seem to bother the students that much. Overall, I would recommend this as a good read.

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Jon Bezayiff

Great work and part of a brilliant series.

Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2013

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This novel by Dan Hayes is the equivalent of a modern Tom Sawyer. Dan har a gift for finding humor in a boy's coming og age.

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