The Giver (The Giver 1) by Lois Lowry

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When Jonas turns 12, he is singled out to receive special training from The Giver. Now, it’s time for Jonas to receive the truth. There is no turning back.

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Cast of Characters/Important People

Jonas: Protagonist and is being trained by the Giver.
The Giver: Joans' guide to learn the truth and his teacher.
Jonas' father: Very kind hearted and works with infants, a Nurturer.
Jonas' mother: Works in the Department of Justice, very strong worker and gives her son advice when he is struggling.
Lily: Joans' seven year old little sister, smart but a loud child.
Asher: Jonas' bestfriend
Fiona: Mild mannered girl, Jonas' friend and the first girl he develops a crush on.
Larissa: Old woman living in the House of Old, Jonas' gives her a bath during his volunteering service while they share a nice conversation.
The Chief Elder: Ruler of the Community and seems to really care for the Ceremony of Twelve.

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“Memories are forever.”
The Giver
“He heard people singing. Behind him, across vast distances of space and time, from the place he had left, he thought he heard music too. But perhaps it was only an echo.”
““We failed in our last selection,” the Chief Elder said solemnly. “It was ten years ago, when Jonas was just a toddler. I will not dwell on the experience because it causes us all terrible discomfort.””
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