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Bluford High #11
The Fallen
Martin Luna's world is crumbling. A fight threatens to end his sophomore year at Bluford High School. But at home, things are even worse. Frankie, the most feared homeboy from his neighborhood, is hunting him. Alone and with time running out, Martin makes a desperate choice. Will it save or destroy him?
144 pages, Paperback
First published June 15, 2006
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Paul Langan
46 books529 followersBorn in Philadelphia, Paul Langan spent his early childhood in the city before moving with his single mother to southern New Jersey. There he attended public school and worked a variety of jobs—including salesperson at a shoe store, attendant at a horse ranch, landscaper at a mental hospital, and a night-shift stockperson in a warehouse store near Atlantic City. “Each job,” he says today, “could be the topic of several juicy novels.”
In 1991, he enrolled at Camden County College and a year later transferred to La Salle University, where he studied creative writing and literature, earning a B.A. in English. While at La Salle, he lived with international students, traveled to his roommate’s home in Kenya, became a prison tutor, and found “the courage” to write.
After graduation, he worked for a nonprofit agency in Philadelphia and then joined Townsend Press (TP) as an Assistant Editor. After he contributed to a number of TP textbooks and taught English at a community college, Paul reconnected to his interests in creative writing through the Bluford Series. Originally working as an assistant with the Bluford novels, Paul’s role steadily grew. He now serves as both editor of the series and author or coauthor of several novels, including The Bully, The Gun, and The Fallen. His stories reflect his personal experiences, including the difficulties of growing up without a father, being the “new kid” in school, and dealing with the loss of a loved one.
In 2001, Paul completed a Master’s degree in Education from the University of Pennsylvania. In addition to expanding the Bluford Series, he dreams of writing a successful movie script, preferably a “supernatural thriller.” Today Paul lives with his wife and three children near Philadelphia and stubbornly clings to the hope that he will one day see the Philadelphia Eagles win the Super Bowl.
In 1991, he enrolled at Camden County College and a year later transferred to La Salle University, where he studied creative writing and literature, earning a B.A. in English. While at La Salle, he lived with international students, traveled to his roommate’s home in Kenya, became a prison tutor, and found “the courage” to write.
After graduation, he worked for a nonprofit agency in Philadelphia and then joined Townsend Press (TP) as an Assistant Editor. After he contributed to a number of TP textbooks and taught English at a community college, Paul reconnected to his interests in creative writing through the Bluford Series. Originally working as an assistant with the Bluford novels, Paul’s role steadily grew. He now serves as both editor of the series and author or coauthor of several novels, including The Bully, The Gun, and The Fallen. His stories reflect his personal experiences, including the difficulties of growing up without a father, being the “new kid” in school, and dealing with the loss of a loved one.
In 2001, Paul completed a Master’s degree in Education from the University of Pennsylvania. In addition to expanding the Bluford Series, he dreams of writing a successful movie script, preferably a “supernatural thriller.” Today Paul lives with his wife and three children near Philadelphia and stubbornly clings to the hope that he will one day see the Philadelphia Eagles win the Super Bowl.
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November 30, 2007The book, The Fallen by Paul Langen is worth reading. The situation the Martin went through had a happy ending. He was brave because he never backed down from Frankie, even though he was coming to kill him. It was intense because when they broke into his house, it was all dark and he was hiding. He saw his buddy and signaled him to not to say anything,then Frankie stepped towards him, he hit him in his hurt arm with a bat, then the cops, and his mom came. He reinstated back into Bluford High.
January 25, 2008
The book the fallen is the sequal for th ebook Brothers in arms. The book still uses all of the characters in its old book. Martin is still the main character to th e boook. The book talks about how things have been for Martin after he stayed at bluford. He was tried to stay away from where he used to live because frankie and his old friends are always there. Frankie and Martin still dont talk to each other. Martin is trying to do good so he and his mom can live a better life. He is still hanging around with Vicky who he likes. They have become closer friends and Martin wants to be a better person for her and his mom
Later on in the book Martin is starting to have troubles again with boys from his school that dont like him and he is starting to argue like he used to when he first moved. One day Martin is walking the streets and Frankie is out with his friends and and they see Martin. Frankie still hates MArtin for backing down the day when they where going to go kill the guy that killed Martins borther Huero. When they saw him Frankie got of the car and was about to shot Martin. But he didnt. One day Martin was home alone and Frankie and his boys went to his house while he was alone. Frankies boys had once been MArtins friend they stiill where but they couldnt say that because Frankie would get them. Frankie went to his house and tiold him that he was going to pay for wha he had done and how he had back down.The boys that where with Frankie told him not to do any thing to Martin but he wouldn tlisten. Frankie and Martin began to fight and MArtin hit Frankie in the arm with a bat. The police was coming to his house and they the boys that where with Frankie told him to forget about it and to leave before the police came. Frankie wouldnt listen but at the end he left. The police was still looking for him.
Later on in the book Martin is starting to have troubles again with boys from his school that dont like him and he is starting to argue like he used to when he first moved. One day Martin is walking the streets and Frankie is out with his friends and and they see Martin. Frankie still hates MArtin for backing down the day when they where going to go kill the guy that killed Martins borther Huero. When they saw him Frankie got of the car and was about to shot Martin. But he didnt. One day Martin was home alone and Frankie and his boys went to his house while he was alone. Frankies boys had once been MArtins friend they stiill where but they couldnt say that because Frankie would get them. Frankie went to his house and tiold him that he was going to pay for wha he had done and how he had back down.The boys that where with Frankie told him not to do any thing to Martin but he wouldn tlisten. Frankie and Martin began to fight and MArtin hit Frankie in the arm with a bat. The police was coming to his house and they the boys that where with Frankie told him to forget about it and to leave before the police came. Frankie wouldnt listen but at the end he left. The police was still looking for him.
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January 9, 2008
The Fallen is like the sequence to Brothers in Arms. The main character again here is Martin Luna. He now attends Bluford High. WHile he is there he finds out who kills his brother. But instead of trying to get back at him as he planned before with Frankie, he tells the police. Frankie doesn't want to accept it, so he has problems with Frankie. The only person thats got Martin's back is Chago. After a confrontation with Frankie, he gets into a fight with him he tells the police. After he gets in a fight with Steve for the last time, he is about to get expelled. But good thing he has Mr. Mitchell and Vicky on his side.
This Book is a very good book to me. I think the message/purpose for this book is to say that..dont let one thing bring you down, to always keep your head up. This message was delivered easily to me. Just like all the Bluford Series books, this is another touching and emotional books. This can actually bring you to tears, espaeacially when he reminises on his little brother. The main strenghts of these books is that they express things clearly and sequence the plot. The main thing that i dont like about this book is that basically it is a repeat of Brothers In arms, but that this book has more sequence and more events happening. Brothers in Arms and The Fallen are two books that have made me change the way about what i feel about reading.
This Book is a very good book to me. I think the message/purpose for this book is to say that..dont let one thing bring you down, to always keep your head up. This message was delivered easily to me. Just like all the Bluford Series books, this is another touching and emotional books. This can actually bring you to tears, espaeacially when he reminises on his little brother. The main strenghts of these books is that they express things clearly and sequence the plot. The main thing that i dont like about this book is that basically it is a repeat of Brothers In arms, but that this book has more sequence and more events happening. Brothers in Arms and The Fallen are two books that have made me change the way about what i feel about reading.
February 29, 2024
"The Fallen" is one of the most beautiful books I have read; a book full of exciting events, and what is more beautiful than that is that it simulates and explains events some of which are present in our current time, and what is most wonderful of all is the way writer Paul Langan wrote the story. In the first part of the story, which is in the book "Brothers in Arms". I enjoyed it, to the point where I don't want to stop reading because the sequence of events and the way of writing were very interesting and enthusiastic, but in the second part, which is "The Fallen", the writer was able to make us imagine the characters, understand them, and know what might happen, but he always shocked us with the events and made us excited for the sequel. This book contains many lessons, including what Martin learns in his life, and among the most difficult and saddest is what happens to his little brother and his inability to help him, and how treachery comes from the people closest to you. This proved to us that there are some friends are like brothers, as Chago did to Martin in order not to put Martin in a difficult situation. Also, no matter how difficult life is, there is a beautiful part of it, and the beautiful part for Martin was Vicki meeting him and how she helped him as soon as he spoke to her, and of course I will not forget the power of the figurative languages that were used by the writer.
In the end, what I want to say is that this book is worth reading and that it is one of the most beautiful books I have read.
In the end, what I want to say is that this book is worth reading and that it is one of the most beautiful books I have read.
July 1, 2020
Martin Luna is a 16-year-old boy who goes to Bluford High. He has many demons haunting him: the guilt of his brother's death and his mother's anguish, friends who are turning into enemies, and his own overpowering anger. Martin must deal with his emotions and try to do the right thing as events unfold in the story.
This is my second time reading this book and I absolutely love it. Martin is faced with many obstacles and sometimes he acts irrationally. However, I admire him because, in the end, he did the right thing. For most of the story, he is very misunderstood because he doesn't know how to speak up about his feelings and about what is going on in his life. All Martin needed was to know he had a good friend and that people were counting on him. I enjoyed this story a lot. I recommend it to people who like to read realistic fiction.
This is my second time reading this book and I absolutely love it. Martin is faced with many obstacles and sometimes he acts irrationally. However, I admire him because, in the end, he did the right thing. For most of the story, he is very misunderstood because he doesn't know how to speak up about his feelings and about what is going on in his life. All Martin needed was to know he had a good friend and that people were counting on him. I enjoyed this story a lot. I recommend it to people who like to read realistic fiction.
September 1, 2017
It is a okay book it could be better. Its about a high school boy that gets expelled from school for fight all the time so him and his mom lost his younger brother so that kind of made him change his life around since then but on day in school he sticks up for his friend so he gets into a fight with his teacher. He get told that he's getting expelled and he didn't want to get expelled because he actually liked bluford high school. So his mom is upset at him. His friends now enemy's broke into his house while his mom was gone in the middle of the night read the book to find out what happens then...
December 14, 2018
It's crazy how the people who don't deserve the worst end up getting it. Sadness and anger lead you to doing many things that hopefully you stop yourself before it's too late.
October 9, 2014
My book it called "The Fallen". And if you like realistic fiction you should read this book! Its a pretty good book with lots of drama but its not my favorite. Its a book with lots of emotions. This book can teach some life lessons....
Moving to many different schools , Martin has now moved to Bluford High School because of his behavior. This takes place during the present time. Martin is a student who is dealing with a lot of depression. After his brother Huero died he has changed a lot. He has had got into many fights with other students and even a teacher!!!Martin has been expelled! His mother is under a lot of depression and is know dealing with this too. After a while Martin and a group of friends are going to get revenge on the man who shot Huero. But a friend of Martins,Frankie(also is like the main leader)got into a huge argument and now wants to fight.So martin needs to figure out a way to get revenge on his own. And i,m pretty sure its hard to get revenge when your friends are against you. So Martin is still depressed. Martin keeps on being depressed because of his brother death and its adding to the problem of the story. His depression is affecting the story because it's not letting him think straight about the choices he will make.This is leading up to person vs.self. When Martin decides he has to let go of his brother death he does the right thing to forget about getting revenge. As for school he found out that the principal has gave him a second chance of getting expelled. And Martin and his mother are full of happiness once and for all....
I have to to say my favorite part of the book was when Martin got a second chance in school and didn't get expelled. I liked this because it makes the reader know how it feels to get a second chance and the relief it shows on Martin. An interesting thing I learned from this book was that sometimes people need to move on from the people they love. I learned from this because I have experienced the depression of someone dieing.
The character changed a lot in the story. I know this because in the beginning of the story Martin was depressed and was letting it out by fighting and showing violence. Martin didn't even care if he got in trouble or did something wrong. But know that he has learned that life is not easy and he needs to move on,he is happy that he has changed. I thought the ending of this book was great because he finally find out how to let go of depression.
In conclusion I rated this a 4 star book because it was a book I liked a lot. I like this book a lot because it makes the reader feel as if they were in the book them selves,with all its emotion and drama that happened during the events in the story. I would recommend this book to any people who like drama and who like a little action. So if you want to read an interesting book with drama and some action read... "The Fallen"
Moving to many different schools , Martin has now moved to Bluford High School because of his behavior. This takes place during the present time. Martin is a student who is dealing with a lot of depression. After his brother Huero died he has changed a lot. He has had got into many fights with other students and even a teacher!!!Martin has been expelled! His mother is under a lot of depression and is know dealing with this too. After a while Martin and a group of friends are going to get revenge on the man who shot Huero. But a friend of Martins,Frankie(also is like the main leader)got into a huge argument and now wants to fight.So martin needs to figure out a way to get revenge on his own. And i,m pretty sure its hard to get revenge when your friends are against you. So Martin is still depressed. Martin keeps on being depressed because of his brother death and its adding to the problem of the story. His depression is affecting the story because it's not letting him think straight about the choices he will make.This is leading up to person vs.self. When Martin decides he has to let go of his brother death he does the right thing to forget about getting revenge. As for school he found out that the principal has gave him a second chance of getting expelled. And Martin and his mother are full of happiness once and for all....
I have to to say my favorite part of the book was when Martin got a second chance in school and didn't get expelled. I liked this because it makes the reader know how it feels to get a second chance and the relief it shows on Martin. An interesting thing I learned from this book was that sometimes people need to move on from the people they love. I learned from this because I have experienced the depression of someone dieing.
The character changed a lot in the story. I know this because in the beginning of the story Martin was depressed and was letting it out by fighting and showing violence. Martin didn't even care if he got in trouble or did something wrong. But know that he has learned that life is not easy and he needs to move on,he is happy that he has changed. I thought the ending of this book was great because he finally find out how to let go of depression.
In conclusion I rated this a 4 star book because it was a book I liked a lot. I like this book a lot because it makes the reader feel as if they were in the book them selves,with all its emotion and drama that happened during the events in the story. I would recommend this book to any people who like drama and who like a little action. So if you want to read an interesting book with drama and some action read... "The Fallen"
October 2, 2014
Have you ever read a book that just keeps you wondering to find out what's gonna happen next? "The Fallen" will get you too excited and will teach you something you might not know. This book is filled with emotions and drama and a young boy named Martin trying to get threw high school.
In "The Fallen" there's a boy named Martin who's in Bluford High School and who going threw allot. Just about a week ago his little brother Huero got shot and Martins mom going threw depression. He's about to get suspend from school. Martin best friend, Frankie wants revenge on who every shot Huero as much as martin does, but the problems basically go on.
I understood why Martin was mad because his brother died but i didn't understand why he took it out on everybody like for example this girl named Vicky because Martin really likes her and they were doing good but then Martin got into one fight and he pushed her away like when you push the scraps of food on your plate into the garbage. At like the middle of the story i understood why Martin pushed Vicky away because he didn't want Vicky to get caught up like he was. My favorite part was when Martin started to act more friendly instead of antisocial because it made him seem like the bad guy in the story but really when Martin was lost and trying to find who he was and when he did i was very happy.
I rated the book a 5 because i love the Bluford series, it my second life. Am married to these books / they bae. I would recommend this book to people who like a good action drama book and a good life lesson. Now the book maybe ending but the series goes on!!!!!!!!
In "The Fallen" there's a boy named Martin who's in Bluford High School and who going threw allot. Just about a week ago his little brother Huero got shot and Martins mom going threw depression. He's about to get suspend from school. Martin best friend, Frankie wants revenge on who every shot Huero as much as martin does, but the problems basically go on.
I understood why Martin was mad because his brother died but i didn't understand why he took it out on everybody like for example this girl named Vicky because Martin really likes her and they were doing good but then Martin got into one fight and he pushed her away like when you push the scraps of food on your plate into the garbage. At like the middle of the story i understood why Martin pushed Vicky away because he didn't want Vicky to get caught up like he was. My favorite part was when Martin started to act more friendly instead of antisocial because it made him seem like the bad guy in the story but really when Martin was lost and trying to find who he was and when he did i was very happy.
I rated the book a 5 because i love the Bluford series, it my second life. Am married to these books / they bae. I would recommend this book to people who like a good action drama book and a good life lesson. Now the book maybe ending but the series goes on!!!!!!!!
October 18, 2008
The Fallen Is one of The Bluford Series. Martin The Main Characters world is crumbling before his eyes.A Fight threatens to end his sophomore year at Bluford Highschool. But at home things are worst.His Little Brother's killer is on the lose and with no evidence to prove that his killer did anything he can't be arrested.But the crazy thing is that the bullet that shot Huero was'nt meant for him it was meant for Martins Friend Frankie. So Frankie and Martin and their boi's are out to get the killer but then Martin backs down and Frankie the most feared homeboy does'nt like that and Beats Martin down leaving him with a concussion and if Martin does'nt tell whats going to happen another life will be taken. His Time is running out and he is left with a desperate choice that can say him or destroy him
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November 22, 2008go Huero!!!go Huero!!
April 14, 2022
The Bluford series is the GREATEST BOOK SERIES OF ALL TIME! Everyone one NEEDS to read all the books in the series. No joke this book is the greatest piece of fiction ever made to this day. I cannot exclaim how great this book is. This book is unfathomablely amazing, it baffles me how a single person cannot resist reading this book. This book is like a magnet that attracts everything in it's vicinity. Bluford is not just a book, it's life. It's love.
April 27, 2017
Personal Response
What I thought about this book was that it was a very interesting story. The story helped me understand what people went through who were struggling. The main character in this book went through many struggles at home and at school. I have helped many people in the past who had been struggling in many places.
Plot
Martin, the main character, whose world was going to end was on thin ice with his sophomore year from getting expelled at Bluford High School because, of all the fights he had been in. At home, the problem was worse. Frankie, the most feared person in his gang, was looking for him because Martin snitched on him. Martin had to risk it all to either save his life or ruin it. A girl named Vicky liked Martin, but he did not want her to get involved in all of this because Frankie would try to get her and hurt her.
Recommendation
I recommend this book to boys from the age 14 and up. It has some violence and talks about drugs. Girls should also read this book so they understand the hardships some people have, and they look at people who think are mean what they really go through.
What I thought about this book was that it was a very interesting story. The story helped me understand what people went through who were struggling. The main character in this book went through many struggles at home and at school. I have helped many people in the past who had been struggling in many places.
Plot
Martin, the main character, whose world was going to end was on thin ice with his sophomore year from getting expelled at Bluford High School because, of all the fights he had been in. At home, the problem was worse. Frankie, the most feared person in his gang, was looking for him because Martin snitched on him. Martin had to risk it all to either save his life or ruin it. A girl named Vicky liked Martin, but he did not want her to get involved in all of this because Frankie would try to get her and hurt her.
Recommendation
I recommend this book to boys from the age 14 and up. It has some violence and talks about drugs. Girls should also read this book so they understand the hardships some people have, and they look at people who think are mean what they really go through.
March 28, 2024
Giving this 5 stars because these books are quick, dramatic, realistic, engaging, and grab the attention of even my toughest non-readers.
January 30, 2015
Have you ever read a book and can not stop reading it well you should read this one. My book is called the fallen this is a very cool book. My book talks about how this guy named martin is going threw a really tough time because **Spoiler Alert** is brother got shot and his brother was only six. Martin goes to bluford high school and faces many obstacles like with this girl names Vicky, controlling his anger and most important getting kicked out of school which he does at the end of the story sadly. But he gets back in maybe so like I was saying those are just some of the obstacles that he has to face. By the way with book is Realistic fiction and its is person vs himself why because he is trying to controlled his life and maintain in but it is hard for him considering his mom is depressed cause of his little brothers death and he his depressed of his little brothers dearth he blames himself for it because he was watching him at that time were he dies. This story mainly takes place at either the high school or the police station because he gets send to the police station a lot in this story.
Next, this book martin face many obstacles and here is one big obstacle that he faced in this story. His brothers death. His brothers death is the main conflict in this story because he has a group of friends that are really bad the badest one is named Frankie and the rest Im going to let you find out if you read this book. well martin and Frankie and the hole group want to get revenge on the killer and the killers name is hector. Hector was originally trying to shoot Frankie because Frankie made hectors cousin Caesar lose well not lose maybe break his two legs now Caesar is in a wheelchair why it doesn't tell us in the story all it tells us is that Frankie did something at a party to Caesar and made him like that then hector got mad and tried to shoot Frankie but instead sadly martins brother got in the way while bike riding and he took the bullet but hectors bullet aim was off so after martins brother got shot. The time period is present because he talks about it has its happening.
Third, I wish that in the story he would have settled stuff differently because violent is never the answer and this book always is talking about how he is fighting to solve the answers. Which is to me not be bright considering this is a fourth grade book and it basically is talking about how he fights all the time. This book is a great book also because its a very intense book and how someones family members dies and how he went threw it but he solved his ways in a violent way instead of a good bright way but i understand his brother died and he is going threw a lot right now but at the same time you should never hit someone for no reason. Also I do like the fact that this story kinda talks about bullying because this kid named Erick one of martins friends staneded up for martin and Erick was getting hit by the football team and martin started fighting the football team which in my opinion was a good way to stop the football team from hitting Erick some more. This book taught me a lot and the one thing it taught me was that if you see someone getting bullied stand up for them and don't let them get bullied and hurt.
Fourth, this story always makes my day or made my day yesterday when I read the hole book. In the text it states how you can overcome obstacles without having to use violent which in this case isn't really a good book for that because he always got into fights. This book makes you wonder what happens if I get bullied what happens if you get bullied what do you do you don't hit people you tell someone and that what he did one or two times but the rest he fought. This book you can really think to yourself and go on a adventure. This book will make you wanna read and read till the end and then read it again. Also that what I love about this book.
Finally, my opinion I give this book a 5 out of 5 stars because its teaches you some really great lessons and how to sometimes stop bullying and how this kid named martin faces his way with dealing with his brothers death also I don't think I munched this but martin is 16 years old. I was recommended this book by jarious he said it was a good book and he was right. At the end of the story martin his mom and martins girlfriend Vicky which a a nice brown and tan Latina they still went to bluford not his mom and martin did not get expelled because of his reasons why he should not get expelled. All out for me this was a really good book and I really recommend this book to the people that are having a hard time when someone in their family has passed away.
Next, this book martin face many obstacles and here is one big obstacle that he faced in this story. His brothers death. His brothers death is the main conflict in this story because he has a group of friends that are really bad the badest one is named Frankie and the rest Im going to let you find out if you read this book. well martin and Frankie and the hole group want to get revenge on the killer and the killers name is hector. Hector was originally trying to shoot Frankie because Frankie made hectors cousin Caesar lose well not lose maybe break his two legs now Caesar is in a wheelchair why it doesn't tell us in the story all it tells us is that Frankie did something at a party to Caesar and made him like that then hector got mad and tried to shoot Frankie but instead sadly martins brother got in the way while bike riding and he took the bullet but hectors bullet aim was off so after martins brother got shot. The time period is present because he talks about it has its happening.
Third, I wish that in the story he would have settled stuff differently because violent is never the answer and this book always is talking about how he is fighting to solve the answers. Which is to me not be bright considering this is a fourth grade book and it basically is talking about how he fights all the time. This book is a great book also because its a very intense book and how someones family members dies and how he went threw it but he solved his ways in a violent way instead of a good bright way but i understand his brother died and he is going threw a lot right now but at the same time you should never hit someone for no reason. Also I do like the fact that this story kinda talks about bullying because this kid named Erick one of martins friends staneded up for martin and Erick was getting hit by the football team and martin started fighting the football team which in my opinion was a good way to stop the football team from hitting Erick some more. This book taught me a lot and the one thing it taught me was that if you see someone getting bullied stand up for them and don't let them get bullied and hurt.
Fourth, this story always makes my day or made my day yesterday when I read the hole book. In the text it states how you can overcome obstacles without having to use violent which in this case isn't really a good book for that because he always got into fights. This book makes you wonder what happens if I get bullied what happens if you get bullied what do you do you don't hit people you tell someone and that what he did one or two times but the rest he fought. This book you can really think to yourself and go on a adventure. This book will make you wanna read and read till the end and then read it again. Also that what I love about this book.
Finally, my opinion I give this book a 5 out of 5 stars because its teaches you some really great lessons and how to sometimes stop bullying and how this kid named martin faces his way with dealing with his brothers death also I don't think I munched this but martin is 16 years old. I was recommended this book by jarious he said it was a good book and he was right. At the end of the story martin his mom and martins girlfriend Vicky which a a nice brown and tan Latina they still went to bluford not his mom and martin did not get expelled because of his reasons why he should not get expelled. All out for me this was a really good book and I really recommend this book to the people that are having a hard time when someone in their family has passed away.
January 17, 2014
The Fallen
Martin Luna who is a boy who had moved into Bluford after his little brother, Huero is dead. Angry and upset it is later revealed that one of his best friends is the reason his brother is dead. They were about to shoot the guy who killed his brother when Frankie, one of his friends and homies reveals he might be the reason his brother is dead. Martin and Frankie get into a fight, with Martin losing. Hes then sent to the principal's office where he is being question. He calls the cops without telling them about his friends. The next day a girl by the name Vicky goes up to him and questions what happened. Martin tries to push her away for her own protection. She then gOt upset and walks away. They meet up in Mr. Mitchell's class who is an english teacher. There he sees Vicky getting harassed by her ex-boyfriend, Steve. Steve then turn, his attention to Martin. Martin then stands up to his smack talking getting ready to fight when Mr. Mitchell comes in. He tell’s Martin to stay after class. After class, Martin and Mr. Mitchell have a discussion about Martins future. After a couple of days Martin meets his friend, Chango, who he use to help get weed with. Chango tells him that Frankie is out to get him. Martin knew this was going to be war. Martin then starts thinking to himself and tries to go after the killer. There he see’s the killer with his friends. Martin is paralyzed by the fact he is surrounded. Thats when the cops show up. They take him to the police department. where he get’s picked up by his mom. A couple of days later he is in the locker room. then he hears some kid getting beat up. Steve is the ring leader of all of it. Martin then snaps and starts to swing. He loses it and accidentally pushes a teacher and fight’s the security guards. When he gets home, Vicky shows up and they begin to talk. They spend the rest of the day together. He feels something when he was with her like a reason to live. He then gets planning on how he's going to stop Frankie. When Frankie brakes in Martin breaks his arm and calls the police.
Martin Luna is a young Latin boy in high school who is a gangbanger and a fighter. He has deep emotions for his little brother, Huero, who was shot instead of the person they actually wanted to hit. Huero was Martins little brother. He was nice and happy little boy. He was shot in place of Frankie. Frankie is the leader of their little group and organizes the attack on Huero’s killer. After telling Martin he might have been the cause, Martin snaps and fight’s him. Vicky, who is a young Latin girl who Martin has a connection with, gets pushed away by Martin because he wants to protect her. Chango is Martin’s best friend and help’s him out by telling him that Frankie is out to get him.
The time of this book is probably around the early 2000’s. This book usually had a daytime setting to it except for the end. Most of the places that were used were the school, Martin’s house, The neighborhood of the killer, and a pizza place.
I would recommend this book to people who love action but with a little romance sprinkled in.
Martin Luna who is a boy who had moved into Bluford after his little brother, Huero is dead. Angry and upset it is later revealed that one of his best friends is the reason his brother is dead. They were about to shoot the guy who killed his brother when Frankie, one of his friends and homies reveals he might be the reason his brother is dead. Martin and Frankie get into a fight, with Martin losing. Hes then sent to the principal's office where he is being question. He calls the cops without telling them about his friends. The next day a girl by the name Vicky goes up to him and questions what happened. Martin tries to push her away for her own protection. She then gOt upset and walks away. They meet up in Mr. Mitchell's class who is an english teacher. There he sees Vicky getting harassed by her ex-boyfriend, Steve. Steve then turn, his attention to Martin. Martin then stands up to his smack talking getting ready to fight when Mr. Mitchell comes in. He tell’s Martin to stay after class. After class, Martin and Mr. Mitchell have a discussion about Martins future. After a couple of days Martin meets his friend, Chango, who he use to help get weed with. Chango tells him that Frankie is out to get him. Martin knew this was going to be war. Martin then starts thinking to himself and tries to go after the killer. There he see’s the killer with his friends. Martin is paralyzed by the fact he is surrounded. Thats when the cops show up. They take him to the police department. where he get’s picked up by his mom. A couple of days later he is in the locker room. then he hears some kid getting beat up. Steve is the ring leader of all of it. Martin then snaps and starts to swing. He loses it and accidentally pushes a teacher and fight’s the security guards. When he gets home, Vicky shows up and they begin to talk. They spend the rest of the day together. He feels something when he was with her like a reason to live. He then gets planning on how he's going to stop Frankie. When Frankie brakes in Martin breaks his arm and calls the police.
Martin Luna is a young Latin boy in high school who is a gangbanger and a fighter. He has deep emotions for his little brother, Huero, who was shot instead of the person they actually wanted to hit. Huero was Martins little brother. He was nice and happy little boy. He was shot in place of Frankie. Frankie is the leader of their little group and organizes the attack on Huero’s killer. After telling Martin he might have been the cause, Martin snaps and fight’s him. Vicky, who is a young Latin girl who Martin has a connection with, gets pushed away by Martin because he wants to protect her. Chango is Martin’s best friend and help’s him out by telling him that Frankie is out to get him.
The time of this book is probably around the early 2000’s. This book usually had a daytime setting to it except for the end. Most of the places that were used were the school, Martin’s house, The neighborhood of the killer, and a pizza place.
I would recommend this book to people who love action but with a little romance sprinkled in.
September 1, 2011
In my book "The Fallen" , we start off with our main character whose name is Martin. He is a bit of a trouble maker and finds himself going to the principles office multiple times. For him, trouble seems to follow him in various ways. First he is forced to move schools because of all the trouble he caused in the past school along with his mother which is the only person he has. Here he wishes he never came and wishes to have never met Frankie his crews leader now enemy coming after him.
Being at Bluford for a short amount of time Martin finds himself in the principles office with a smashed head and blured eyes. The reason for this is all behind the shooting of his little brother Huero who died a while back and Martin feeling revenge feels as if he needs to find justice by himself. But then punks out and Frankie the short tempered leader bangs him in the head and heads over to take care of Hector himself. Feeling really bad Martin tells officer Ramirez a clue on wat his crew might do to him. Later on Martin finds out Frankie might not be his boy anymore because of the fact he ratted them out. Coming home from the hospital was a drag and Martin wanted to know nothing about what happened that day but as he walked to his door found his bandana and at once knew he was gonna be chased.
Martin knew what was coming, he had to think fast and act quick, he wanted to hurt nobody else he cared about because of him thinking it would be better that way. But before he could do anything else he had to visit Hector (the acused shooter of his brother), he didnt know why he was going at all he felt as if his legs took over his body and decided to make there way towards his place. Upon arriving there he came straight up to where Hector lived and saw his entire crew, but little did he know there was that one guy he remembered as Frankie kicking in his back because of some past event and now saw him sitting down on a wheelchair for the rest of his life! As soon as he saw this his body went numb, at once thinking about Huero knowing not much was a difference between the two of them. Responding none of the questions being asked by the crew he was harrased and prepared for the worst. But quickly after a police car came up and rescued poor Martin. From that moment on he knew he had to change his ways for him his future mother and especially Huero. As for Frankie he could try and do something but Martin was different stronger, and wise he knew what he was capable of and was ready for anything.
Overall this book is basically a story telling readers that no matter what happens in life we can all overcome our conflicts, even if we only have but one person supporting us. I agree that this book is for everyone that is looking for a thrilling and attention grabbing book! Its an amazing journey about how even the worst of trouble makers can make a big change in their lives and overcome all obstacles. Ending with this I recomend this book to whoever looks for an adventure that you will enjoy!
Being at Bluford for a short amount of time Martin finds himself in the principles office with a smashed head and blured eyes. The reason for this is all behind the shooting of his little brother Huero who died a while back and Martin feeling revenge feels as if he needs to find justice by himself. But then punks out and Frankie the short tempered leader bangs him in the head and heads over to take care of Hector himself. Feeling really bad Martin tells officer Ramirez a clue on wat his crew might do to him. Later on Martin finds out Frankie might not be his boy anymore because of the fact he ratted them out. Coming home from the hospital was a drag and Martin wanted to know nothing about what happened that day but as he walked to his door found his bandana and at once knew he was gonna be chased.
Martin knew what was coming, he had to think fast and act quick, he wanted to hurt nobody else he cared about because of him thinking it would be better that way. But before he could do anything else he had to visit Hector (the acused shooter of his brother), he didnt know why he was going at all he felt as if his legs took over his body and decided to make there way towards his place. Upon arriving there he came straight up to where Hector lived and saw his entire crew, but little did he know there was that one guy he remembered as Frankie kicking in his back because of some past event and now saw him sitting down on a wheelchair for the rest of his life! As soon as he saw this his body went numb, at once thinking about Huero knowing not much was a difference between the two of them. Responding none of the questions being asked by the crew he was harrased and prepared for the worst. But quickly after a police car came up and rescued poor Martin. From that moment on he knew he had to change his ways for him his future mother and especially Huero. As for Frankie he could try and do something but Martin was different stronger, and wise he knew what he was capable of and was ready for anything.
Overall this book is basically a story telling readers that no matter what happens in life we can all overcome our conflicts, even if we only have but one person supporting us. I agree that this book is for everyone that is looking for a thrilling and attention grabbing book! Its an amazing journey about how even the worst of trouble makers can make a big change in their lives and overcome all obstacles. Ending with this I recomend this book to whoever looks for an adventure that you will enjoy!
March 20, 2015
I read the book, “The Fallen” by Paul Langan. This book is part of the Bluford Series. I enjoyed reading this book and I enjoy reading this series as well. The series gives me a taste of what life is like for other types of kids my age. I have not been able to witness the kind of childhood these kids have to grow up in. In this story, Martin Luna is the main character. Martin is beat up by a kid named Frankie for giving the police information about him. Martin’s head is hurt severely, and the doctor tells him that any other blows to the head could leave permanent damage. Frankie shot and killed Martin's little brother, Huero. Frankie is coming back to attack him again when Martin goes to police to get help. The police don't help him though. He ends up fighting Frankie and the final chapter of the book determines his future at Bluford High. He has a hearing with the School Board and they rule him able to continue to attend school at Bluford. Martin believes Huero was looking down on him from heaven and giving him help.
The main character of this story is Martin. Martin is a high school student who has had a troubled past. He has been in lots of trouble and has had to transfer to many different schools. The other characters are Huero, Frankie, and Ramirez. Huero was Martin's younger brother who was shot and killed by Frankie. Frankie is a leader of a gang who wants to get back at Martin. Ramirez is the police officer who helps Martin with Frankie.
The setting of this story is mostly at Bluford High School where all of the characters attend school. The school is set in a "not so good" part of the city. The author seems to not focus on describing the setting but more of the atmosphere. I would say this story took place about fifteen to twenty years ago.
The theme of this story is the way your life ends up depends on the choices you make. Mr. Mitchell, Martin's teacher, tells him this in class one day and Martin realizes he is right at the end of the story.
I would recommend this story to any middle school or high school male reader. This story gives a student a look at what other kids have to deal within their lives. I enjoyed reading this book. It kept me on my toes and made me want to keep reading.
The main character of this story is Martin. Martin is a high school student who has had a troubled past. He has been in lots of trouble and has had to transfer to many different schools. The other characters are Huero, Frankie, and Ramirez. Huero was Martin's younger brother who was shot and killed by Frankie. Frankie is a leader of a gang who wants to get back at Martin. Ramirez is the police officer who helps Martin with Frankie.
The setting of this story is mostly at Bluford High School where all of the characters attend school. The school is set in a "not so good" part of the city. The author seems to not focus on describing the setting but more of the atmosphere. I would say this story took place about fifteen to twenty years ago.
The theme of this story is the way your life ends up depends on the choices you make. Mr. Mitchell, Martin's teacher, tells him this in class one day and Martin realizes he is right at the end of the story.
I would recommend this story to any middle school or high school male reader. This story gives a student a look at what other kids have to deal within their lives. I enjoyed reading this book. It kept me on my toes and made me want to keep reading.
December 22, 2015
The Fallen
Personal Response
I recently read The Fallen by Paul Langan. I did not like this book as much as some of the other ones I have read. This book was a little drawn out in my opinion. The book had a great message, but I did not like the way it read.
Plot
The Fallen is about a troubled sophomore at Bluford High named Martin. Martin is faced with many troubles throughout the book. Fights in school, getting expelled and even getting shot at just to name a few. Martin’s best friend, Frankie, even tries to kill him after snitching to the cops. In the end, Martin saves his mother from losing another child. Martin also learns that doing the right thing may not be the easiest, but it is the best way.
Characterization
Martin matured a lot through this story. Martin learned that he needs to do the right thing no matter what. Martin learned who his true friends were and that his family was always there for him. Martin had an enemy as well, Frankie. Frankie was Martin’s ex-best friend before the snitching on his plan. Frankie was a dynamic character and the main antagonist. Before the hit, Frankie and Martin were best friends and did a lot together. Frankie turned into a monster after Martin told the police.
Impact of Setting
This story is set in Bluford along with the other books in the series. The time it takes place in would be modern day. Martin lives in a really bad part of town and cannot get away from gang activity. This is Martin’s third or fourth school this year, and his mother wants to keep him at Bluford.
Thematic Connection
The main theme to this book is to always do the right thing. When Martin told the police officer about Frankie going to a hit, it was the right thing to do. Martin would always think before doing something drastic during the novel. When Martin got in a fight after gym class, he thought it was the right thing. The consequence to this was expulsion.
Recommendation
I would recommend this book to males around the ages of 12-17. This book is more catered to males because of the subject matter.
January 7, 2016
Personal Response: I enjoyed reading this book. It had a lot more detail and a broader story than I was expecting. The story line held my attention and made me want to not stop reading. I am generally glad that I decided to read this book.
Plot: The story started with Martin dragging himself to school after one of his buddies nearly killed him. A couple of months before this Martin’s little brother was shot and killed. His friend, Frankie, found out who killed Martin’s little brother and wanted Martin to shoot him for payback. The story continued to have flashbacks to happier times. Martin learned the hard way that he chose friends that were not the best. Vickie showed him this; Martin had to make one of the hardest choices of his life.
Characterization: The main character would be Martin. The whole book followed Martin. Every scene had him in it. Martin was a very stressed person and had to deal with his brothers death. Martin took his frustration out by fighting. The second main character was Vickie. Vickie was not nearly as a large role, but she changed the storyline which makes me believe she should be a main character. She was a very caring and compassionate person. A lot of the boys always commented on her female characteristics.
Setting: The setting took place in what seemed to be a large city. Mainly in the Bluford and Zemora districts. The city had some large Mexican and black districts which made me assume it is Los Angeles. I didn't want to jump to assumptions, but from my experiences that sounded pretty close.
Thematic connection: The most prevalent theme in this book would be choose friends carefully, or stick with the close friends that actually care about you. This theme is well seen towards the end of the book when Martin is trying to get rid of Vickie to protect her. She was such a good friend that she didn't care about herself. She cared about making sure Martin was alright.
Recommendation: I would recommend this book to middle school boys. I think there was too much violence for most girls to like. It was not at a very high reading level, so that's why I recommend it to middle school boys.
Plot: The story started with Martin dragging himself to school after one of his buddies nearly killed him. A couple of months before this Martin’s little brother was shot and killed. His friend, Frankie, found out who killed Martin’s little brother and wanted Martin to shoot him for payback. The story continued to have flashbacks to happier times. Martin learned the hard way that he chose friends that were not the best. Vickie showed him this; Martin had to make one of the hardest choices of his life.
Characterization: The main character would be Martin. The whole book followed Martin. Every scene had him in it. Martin was a very stressed person and had to deal with his brothers death. Martin took his frustration out by fighting. The second main character was Vickie. Vickie was not nearly as a large role, but she changed the storyline which makes me believe she should be a main character. She was a very caring and compassionate person. A lot of the boys always commented on her female characteristics.
Setting: The setting took place in what seemed to be a large city. Mainly in the Bluford and Zemora districts. The city had some large Mexican and black districts which made me assume it is Los Angeles. I didn't want to jump to assumptions, but from my experiences that sounded pretty close.
Thematic connection: The most prevalent theme in this book would be choose friends carefully, or stick with the close friends that actually care about you. This theme is well seen towards the end of the book when Martin is trying to get rid of Vickie to protect her. She was such a good friend that she didn't care about herself. She cared about making sure Martin was alright.
Recommendation: I would recommend this book to middle school boys. I think there was too much violence for most girls to like. It was not at a very high reading level, so that's why I recommend it to middle school boys.
March 25, 2014
“The Fallen” by Paul Langan
The story is about Martin Luna who is a sophomore. In the previous book, Martin lost his brother in a drive by. This story starts about five months after the death of his brother. He has been in a lot of trouble and wants answers to his brother’s death, so the principal has a suspension hearing about whether or not Martin will be able to stay at Blueford High. He tells a story about Frankie and his gang and how they are causing trouble for him. Steve the Blueford High School football player is always picking on Eric who reminds Martin of his little brother. Martin gets suspended, because he started fighting with Steve. Frankie comes to Martin’s house and night and tries to beat him up, but one of the gang members, Chango, tries to cover for Martin and act like he’s not there. Frankie ends up finding Martin and Martin is hiding with a bat and hits Frankie knocking the gun out of his hand.
Over the summer Frankie was in a fight with Cesar and broke his jaw. Cesar’s older brother, Hector, wanted revenge and was trying to kill Frankie, but he accidentally shot Martin’s little brother, Huero. Martin finally got answers for his brother’s death. Towards the end, the school decides he can stay, but must behave and take anger management classes.
The main character is Martin who is a sophomore in high school. He is dealing with the death of his brother and trying to find answers. He also has to deal with the football players who are always causing problems for him. Vicky is Martin’s girlfriend
The setting of the story is at Blueford High School in California. It takes place in modern times.
A primary theme is a search for justice. It comes out in the story because Martin goes through a lot of trouble to find out the reason behind his brother’s death.
I would recommend this book to either boys or girls in high school, because the events are relatable. The action takes place in a high school and deals with issues teenagers can relate to.
The story is about Martin Luna who is a sophomore. In the previous book, Martin lost his brother in a drive by. This story starts about five months after the death of his brother. He has been in a lot of trouble and wants answers to his brother’s death, so the principal has a suspension hearing about whether or not Martin will be able to stay at Blueford High. He tells a story about Frankie and his gang and how they are causing trouble for him. Steve the Blueford High School football player is always picking on Eric who reminds Martin of his little brother. Martin gets suspended, because he started fighting with Steve. Frankie comes to Martin’s house and night and tries to beat him up, but one of the gang members, Chango, tries to cover for Martin and act like he’s not there. Frankie ends up finding Martin and Martin is hiding with a bat and hits Frankie knocking the gun out of his hand.
Over the summer Frankie was in a fight with Cesar and broke his jaw. Cesar’s older brother, Hector, wanted revenge and was trying to kill Frankie, but he accidentally shot Martin’s little brother, Huero. Martin finally got answers for his brother’s death. Towards the end, the school decides he can stay, but must behave and take anger management classes.
The main character is Martin who is a sophomore in high school. He is dealing with the death of his brother and trying to find answers. He also has to deal with the football players who are always causing problems for him. Vicky is Martin’s girlfriend
The setting of the story is at Blueford High School in California. It takes place in modern times.
A primary theme is a search for justice. It comes out in the story because Martin goes through a lot of trouble to find out the reason behind his brother’s death.
I would recommend this book to either boys or girls in high school, because the events are relatable. The action takes place in a high school and deals with issues teenagers can relate to.
May 23, 2014
Plot: In this story Martin Luna is a teenage boy who is involved in the shooting of his brother. The main mission of the story is to find out who shot his brother and why. On his journey, Martin was feeling pain from his dead brother. Along with getting mad at a lot of people and confusing them because they don’t know what is going on in his life, he finds the girl of his dreams, Vicky. After standing up for one of his friends, Martin is threatened to get expelled from school. After confronting an old homie, Martin finds relief for his brother and can get a new start.
Characterization: Martin Luna is a teenager whose brother had gotten shot because of an old gang member. Huero Is Martin’s dead brother who got shot because of who Martin hung around with. Mr.Mitchell is a teacher who saw the real side of Martin. Caesar is a gang member who Frankie crippled because he went after Martin. Frankie is a gang member of Martin’s crew who is in charge. Vicki is a girl that Martin likes, but tries to protect her by pushing her away. Chaga is a loyal crew member to Martin and will always have his back.
setting and impact: This story takes place in Bluford High and Martin’s home. In order for Martin to get expelled from Bluford High, he would have to attend the school. If it didn’t take place at Martin’s home, he wouldn’t have seen Frankie coming after him. It took place in the fall just after school started. Martin just got moved to Bluford High and just started his sophomore year.It took place in the present time, due to the fact that they use trains to get around in the big cities. If it would've tooken place in an earlier time, things wouldn't be like they are in the book.
who and why: I would recommend this book to someone who is interested in adventure and the ways of the streets. I would recommend this to these people, because it would make a connection to them and they would enjoy reading the book.
January 7, 2010
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April 27, 2015
This was a good book. I thought it was well thought out and planned. It shows how some kids have very hard childhoods and how life can be in the “hood”.
The plot of this book was a kid was in a gang and one of the members got in a fight with someone and crippled him for life. That man’s brother, Hector, tried to kill the gang member but missed and shot Martin’s (the main character) little brother. The gang was going to go back and kill Hector, but Martin didn’t want to because it was Franky’s (the gang member) fault and he was angry at him. Martin was very mad at Franky, but when he decided he didn’t want to go through with the plan Franky wanted to hurt him. Franky beat up Martin and Martin decided to tell the police someone was going to kill Hector. The police figured out that he was talking about Franky. Franky found out that Martin told the police and was going to try to kill him. One day Martin was home alone and Franky came with two of his friends to kill him. Although his two friends were closer to Martin so even when they saw him they didn't tell Franky. Franky didn't trust either of them so he went in a room where one of them checked and Martin was waiting for him with a bat. When Franky came into the room Martin broke his right arm that was holding a gun. Franky shot into the ground and dropped the gun and Martin kicked it away. The gunshot got the police on the scene so they were already on their way.
I would recommend this book to teenage boys. I think that they will like it more than any other age and more than girls because it is about the life of a certain teenage boy.
March 19, 2014
“The Fallen” is a good book to read. The story is about a high school student named Martin. Martin moves into a new neighborhood after his younger brother was shot. His mom moved him to try and get him away from the problems that he had. Martin finally stands up for what’s right but was beat up by his gang leader Frankie. Chago tells Martin that Frankie is coming to get him because he told the cops about what Frankie’s plan. Martin then pushes away everyone that tries to help him, to keep them safe. When Mr. Mitchel tells him that he can be something good Martin starts doing things right.
The main character in “The Fallen” is Martin. Martin is trying to get his life right. Huero is Martin’s younger brother who was shot in a drive by shooting, Martin decides that he has to live a good life because Huero will never get the chance. Frankie is Martin’s biggest villain, He is the gang leader who tells everyone what to do.
The setting of “The Fallen” is fall when school starts, the year is unknown. The place is Bluford high and Martin’s apartment.
The theme is that everybody can be good if they believe in themselves and make the right choices. Martin thought that he wasn’t any good, until he did what was right and stopped Frankie.
I would recommend this book to high school boys, because it shows how making the right decisions goes along way. I would also recommend it because it is very interesting to read and relatable to high school boys.
The main character in “The Fallen” is Martin. Martin is trying to get his life right. Huero is Martin’s younger brother who was shot in a drive by shooting, Martin decides that he has to live a good life because Huero will never get the chance. Frankie is Martin’s biggest villain, He is the gang leader who tells everyone what to do.
The setting of “The Fallen” is fall when school starts, the year is unknown. The place is Bluford high and Martin’s apartment.
The theme is that everybody can be good if they believe in themselves and make the right choices. Martin thought that he wasn’t any good, until he did what was right and stopped Frankie.
I would recommend this book to high school boys, because it shows how making the right decisions goes along way. I would also recommend it because it is very interesting to read and relatable to high school boys.
January 5, 2015
I thought the book “The Fallen”, by Paul Langan was a good book. It follows the story of Martin Luna who witnessed his little brothers murder. Martin and his friends went to get back at the murderer but he changed his mind at the last minute, making one of the gang members he was with angry at him. He tries to confront him to talk but he knows that he will always be in danger until he goes through with his plan. He meets a girl named Vicky and they start to work out his problems.
Martin Luna is the main character in this book. He is a troubled teenager who has problems at home and with his classmates at school. He likes being around Vicky but he keeps pushing her away because he is dangerous when he gets aggravated by his classmates.
The story takes place around Martins house and Bluford High School, present day. This is important because a teacher at the high school understands what Martin is going through and just wants to help him. Martin thinks he doesn't know his situation and doesn't want him to help.
The main message is to take responsibility for your actions. Martin made some choices that caused other problems that he needed to solve on his own.
I would recommend this book to young adults, any gender, because it is a good book that shows that staying close to your friends can get you through many problems.
I would give this book a 4 out of 5 star rating.
Martin Luna is the main character in this book. He is a troubled teenager who has problems at home and with his classmates at school. He likes being around Vicky but he keeps pushing her away because he is dangerous when he gets aggravated by his classmates.
The story takes place around Martins house and Bluford High School, present day. This is important because a teacher at the high school understands what Martin is going through and just wants to help him. Martin thinks he doesn't know his situation and doesn't want him to help.
The main message is to take responsibility for your actions. Martin made some choices that caused other problems that he needed to solve on his own.
I would recommend this book to young adults, any gender, because it is a good book that shows that staying close to your friends can get you through many problems.
I would give this book a 4 out of 5 star rating.
November 21, 2008
The Fallen is a sequence of Brothers In Arms.Frankie is out to get Martin because Martin would not help Frankies click(Chago and others) kill Huros killer.Frankie left Martin to die outside of Martins school(Bluford High).Frankie seeks revenge on Martin cuse he thinks Martin ratted on him to the police.
Meanwhile at school Martin is in love with this girl named Vicky.He wants to open up to her but,he cant because hes scared of what she will think.Martin gets into a fight protecting his friend Eric(the kid steve picks on for telling the truth about what happened in the fight between Martin and Steve).So Martin walked into the locker room while Steves click is beating-up Eric.Martins rage leads him to beat up Steve and his click.And Martin gets expelled.
So Chago Martins best friend comes and warns Martin about Frankie.'Frankies gonna come when you are all at home by your-self'Chago says to Marin.The day Frankies coming Vicky comes over and Martin explains everything to her.Then they kiss and she leaves.Moments later Martin hears somehthing and knows its Frankie.Chago lies to Frankie and says Martins not in the room but,Martins behind the door.Frankie comes into the door and Martin does the unthinkable..............
This book teaches you that no matter what the problem is family and friends will always be there.
Meanwhile at school Martin is in love with this girl named Vicky.He wants to open up to her but,he cant because hes scared of what she will think.Martin gets into a fight protecting his friend Eric(the kid steve picks on for telling the truth about what happened in the fight between Martin and Steve).So Martin walked into the locker room while Steves click is beating-up Eric.Martins rage leads him to beat up Steve and his click.And Martin gets expelled.
So Chago Martins best friend comes and warns Martin about Frankie.'Frankies gonna come when you are all at home by your-self'Chago says to Marin.The day Frankies coming Vicky comes over and Martin explains everything to her.Then they kiss and she leaves.Moments later Martin hears somehthing and knows its Frankie.Chago lies to Frankie and says Martins not in the room but,Martins behind the door.Frankie comes into the door and Martin does the unthinkable..............
This book teaches you that no matter what the problem is family and friends will always be there.
January 28, 2010
A trouble maker named Martin is targeted from his homie, Frankie, after Martin backs out of a plan to kill Martins little brothers killer, Hector. The shot that killed Huero, martins lil brother, was actually meant for Frankie but it hit Huero instead. Soon Chago comes to warn Martin that Frankie is coming after him.
Martin gets in fight with Steve, Vickys ex bf.
Vicky is a girl that Martin likes.
Steve is a jerk and picks on a short kid named Eric.
Martin begins to push the people that love him most away.
Martin punches Steve and his friend because they were threatening Eric and Martins shoves a teacher so he gets expelled.
In the end Frankie, Chago, Junie, and Jesus breaks into Martins house while hes alone and looks for him. Chago sees him but doesnt tell Frankie. BUT, Frankie doesnt believe him so when he looks in the closet Martin is hiding in Martin strikes Frankies in the arm with a bat. Frankie shoots (misses). Chago and the othe homeboys leave Frankie. Police comes. Then Martin tells everything to the police. Oh and Martin gets expelled from Bluford for getting into way too many fights and confrontations. BUT, he gets to debate why he should stay and when he tells the principle and stuff why he was being the way he was, they let him stay.
Martin gets in fight with Steve, Vickys ex bf.
Vicky is a girl that Martin likes.
Steve is a jerk and picks on a short kid named Eric.
Martin begins to push the people that love him most away.
Martin punches Steve and his friend because they were threatening Eric and Martins shoves a teacher so he gets expelled.
In the end Frankie, Chago, Junie, and Jesus breaks into Martins house while hes alone and looks for him. Chago sees him but doesnt tell Frankie. BUT, Frankie doesnt believe him so when he looks in the closet Martin is hiding in Martin strikes Frankies in the arm with a bat. Frankie shoots (misses). Chago and the othe homeboys leave Frankie. Police comes. Then Martin tells everything to the police. Oh and Martin gets expelled from Bluford for getting into way too many fights and confrontations. BUT, he gets to debate why he should stay and when he tells the principle and stuff why he was being the way he was, they let him stay.
March 26, 2010
Martin Luna was a studnet at Bluford High no one at school liked him cause he was a trouble marker. He started to make a lot of drema at school it was his second week in school and he was aready getting into fights he got into a fight with Frankie one of his bestfriend well they are not friends anymore because he was the one that kill Huero Martin's little brother poor thing he was only 8 years old. At the Martin fixs all of his problems and he goes with his mother and his girlfriend.But the good thing is that Martin finished school that's the most importent thing to do is so finish school.=]] I liked his book cause I reed the first book and I liked it a lot and I wanted to keep going on reading their books. It was sad for Martin and Martin's family because it's hard cause they lost someone that they loved a lot Huero he was barly started to live only 8 years old..=(.
December 16, 2013
I chose to read "The Fallen" by Paul Langan because it show's the possible real life affects of young men growing up without a father figure. I also chose to read this book because the author wrote multiples books that I was interested in reading. I picked this book because I read the back of the book and it created a type of suspense and made me want to read it even more.
I thought this book was fantastic, it had me from the first page on. I was amazed at the imagery the author created for this book. It was my favorite book by this author! This book was a page-turner because the author introduced the book perfectly. This book was a mixture of sad and happy because the young man in the book was a troubled kid who just tried to make his mother proud! This book was very easy to read because it explains everything in full detail and everything is easy to follow.
I thought this book was fantastic, it had me from the first page on. I was amazed at the imagery the author created for this book. It was my favorite book by this author! This book was a page-turner because the author introduced the book perfectly. This book was a mixture of sad and happy because the young man in the book was a troubled kid who just tried to make his mother proud! This book was very easy to read because it explains everything in full detail and everything is easy to follow.
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