Catalyst
by Laurie Halse Anderson
Catalyst by Laurie Halse Anderson holds a well received rating of 3.62 out of 5, based on 13.8K reader ratings. First published in 2002. The book spans 232 pages.
About Catalyst
Meet Kate Malone—straight-A science and math geek, minister's daughter, ace long-distance runner, new girlfriend (to Mitchell "Early Decision Harvard" Pangborn III), unwilling family caretaker, and emotional avoidance champion. Kate manages her life by organizing it as logically as the periodic table. She can handle it all—or so she thinks. Then, things change as suddenly as a string of chemical reactions; first, the Malones' neighbors get burned out of their own home and move in. Kate has to share her room with her nemesis, Teri Litch, and Teri's little brother. The days are ticking down and she's still waiting to hear from the only college she applied to: MIT. Kate feels that her life is spinning out of her control—and then, something happens that truly blows it all apart. Set in the same community as the remarkable Speak, Catalyst is a novel that will change the way you look at the world.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Laurie Halse Anderson |
| Published | 2002 |
| Pages | 232 |
| Genres | Young Adult, Fiction, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.62 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 13,840 |
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What genre is Catalyst?
Catalyst is categorized as Young Adult, Fiction, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Young Adult.
Is Catalyst worth reading?
Based on 13.8K reader ratings, Catalyst has an average score of 3.62 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Catalyst?
Catalyst has 232 pages.
Who wrote Catalyst?
Catalyst was written by Laurie Halse Anderson. It was first published in 2002.
What is the ISBN for Catalyst?
The ISBN-13 for Catalyst is 9780142400010.0.
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