About the book
In Lois Lowry’s Newbery Medal–winning classic, twelve-year-old Jonas lives in a seemingly ideal world. Not until he is given his life assignment as the Receiver does he begin to understand the dark secrets behind his fragile community.
This movie tie-in edition features cover art from the movie and an exclusive Q&A with cast members, including Taylor Swift, Brenton Thwaites, and Cameron Monaghan.
Life in the community where Jonas lives is idyllic. Designated birthmothers produce newchildren, who are assigned to appropriate family units. Citizens are assigned their partners and their jobs. No one thinks to ask questions. Everyone obeys. Everyone is the same. Except Jonas.
Not until he is given his life assignment as the Receiver of Memory does he begin to understand the dark, complex secrets behind his fragile community. Gradually Jonas learns that power lies in feelings. But when his own power is put to the test—when he must try to save someone he loves—he may not be ready. Is it too soon? Or too late?
The Giver has become one of the most influential novels of our time. Don't miss the powerful companion novels in Lois Lowry's Giver Quartet: Gathering Blue, Messenger, and Son.
- A World Built on Sameness: A seemingly perfect community where every choice—from your job to your spouse—is made for you, eliminating conflict, color, and emotion.
- The Receiver of Memory: Discover the truth with Jonas as he is chosen for the community's most honored and secret role, tasked with holding all the memories of the real world.
- A Powerful Coming of Age Story: When Jonas begins to experience real feelings like love and pain for the first time, he must make a choice that could save someone he loves—or doom them all.
- The Giver Quartet: This beloved, influential classic is the first of four powerful companion novels from acclaimed author Lois Lowry.
Editions of Giver Movie Tie-in Edition
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780544340688
- EBook
- ISBN 9780544458444
Read an Excerpt
In Lois Lowry’s Newbery Medal–winning classic, twelve-year-old Jonas lives in a seemingly ideal world. Not until he is given his life assignment as the Receiver does he begin to understand the dark secrets behind his fragile community.
This movie tie-in edition features cover art from the movie and an exclusive Q&A with cast members, including Taylor Swift, Brenton Thwaites, and Cameron Monaghan.
Life in the community where Jonas lives is idyllic. Designated birthmothers produce newchildren, who are assigned to appropriate family units. Citizens are assigned their partners and their jobs. No one thinks to ask questions. Everyone obeys. Everyone is the same. Except Jonas.
Not until he is given his life assignment as the Receiver of Memory does he begin to understand the dark, complex secrets behind his fragile community. Gradually Jonas learns that power lies in feelings. But when his own power is put to the test—when he must try to save someone he loves—he may not be ready. Is it too soon? Or too late?
The Giver has become one of the most influential novels of our time. Don't miss the powerful companion novels in Lois Lowry's Giver Quartet: Gathering Blue, Messenger, and Son.
- A World Built on Sameness: A seemingly perfect community where every choice—from your job to your spouse—is made for you, eliminating conflict, color, and emotion.
- The Receiver of Memory: Discover the truth with Jonas as he is chosen for the community's most honored and secret role, tasked with holding all the memories of the real world.
- A Powerful Coming of Age Story: When Jonas begins to experience real feelings like love and pain for the first time, he must make a choice that could save someone he loves—or doom them all.
- The Giver Quartet: This beloved, influential classic is the first of four powerful companion novels from acclaimed author Lois Lowry.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Giver Movie Tie-in Edition about?
In Lois Lowry’s Newbery Medal–winning classic, twelve-year-old Jonas lives in a seemingly ideal world. Not until he is given his life assignment as the Receiver does he begin to understand the dark secrets behind his fragile community.
This movie tie-in edition features cover art from the movie and an exclusive Q&A with cast members, including Taylor Swift, Brenton Thwaites, and Cameron Monaghan.
Life in the community where Jonas lives is idyllic. Designated birthmothers produce newchildren, who are assigned to appropriate family units. Citizens are assigned their partners and their jobs. No one thinks to ask questions. Everyone obeys. Everyone is the same. Except Jonas.
Not until he is given his life assignment as the Receiver of Memory does he begin to understand the dark, complex secrets behind his fragile community. Gradually Jonas learns that power lies in feelings. But when his own power is put to the test—when he must try to save someone he loves—he may not be ready. Is it too soon? Or too late?
The Giver has become one of the most influential novels of our time. Don't miss the powerful companion novels in Lois Lowry's Giver Quartet: Gathering Blue, Messenger, and Son.
- A World Built on Sameness: A seemingly perfect community where every choice—from your job to your spouse—is made for you, eliminating conflict, color, and emotion.
- The Receiver of Memory: Discover the truth with Jonas as he is chosen for the community's most honored and secret role, tasked with holding all the memories of the real world.
- A Powerful Coming of Age Story: When Jonas begins to experience real feelings like love and pain for the first time, he must make a choice that could save someone he loves—or doom them all.
- The Giver Quartet: This beloved, influential classic is the first of four powerful companion novels from acclaimed author Lois Lowry.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Giver Movie Tie-in Edition?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage fiction and true stories > Children’s / Teenage fiction: Action and adventure stories > Children’s / Teenage fiction: Thrillers / suspense
Where can I read a sample of Giver Movie Tie-in Edition?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780544340688
Is Giver Movie Tie-in Edition part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Giver Quartet
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Giver Movie Tie-in Edition?
Lois Lowry
Who is the Publisher of the book Giver Movie Tie-in Edition?
HarperCollins
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Giver Movie Tie-in Edition is available as paperback(ISBN 9780544340688) and ebook(ISBN 9780544458444)
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