Stanley Yelnats and his family were cursed for many generations because of his great-great-grandfather. Stanley Yelnat's great-great-grandfather was unable to pay back a woman who helped him. Then, the woman cursed him and his family for generations to come. The incident lands Stanley Yelnats in a mix-up regarding a stolen shoe. He was sentenced to 18 months at Camp Green Lake, a detention center for boys. Here the boys have to dig all day in the baking hot sun. But the warden wants them to find something buried in the desert. What could it be? This story incorporates many details and elements such as comedy, mystery, and adventure. The book also included a flashback, making it even more interesting to read. Overall, Holes is a great book to read due to the storyline connections, making it very interesting.

I read the story so that I could understand the assignments that my son has to complete for Grade 8 LA. There are several logical inconsistencies after the middle of the story, which I will give as a challenge for him to solve. My feeling is that the ending is poorly imagined and is not on par with most of the story. This is why I think it is 'average'. What I particularly like is that the threads in the story are obvious. I will challenge my son to come up with a mind map that shows how the author could have created this story by planning the beginning and the end before setting down to write a single paragraph. Many authors plan stories this way and it will be good practice for kids to realize the power in planning.

My teacher read this book. Super interesting. I loved it so much! So much action. At some parts, it got a little off on the topic but otherwise?.... AB-SU-LUTE-LY PERFECT-O!

I believe that Holes is an excellent book for readers of all ages, preferably younger if you love fast paced and adventurous plots. Stanley Yelnats is a fourteen year old boy who is convicted of a crime he did not commit and is sent to a Juvenile Corrections Facility Camp in the desert for eighteen months. I found the plot and characters in the book to be very interesting with many plot twists which lead to an intriguing adventure and surprises along the way. With very suspenseful moments and vivid language it allowed me to feel a connection with the characters. I have read this book multiple times primarily in elementary school and it was entertaining every time at different ages. I recommend this book to anyone who likes short and entertaining stories especially for younger readers who do not enjoy more advanced longer books. - Nicolas, 10

Holes by Louis Sachar is about a boy named Stanley Yelnats who is sent to Camp Green Lake to dig holes as punishment for his supposed theft. At the camp, Stanley quickly makes new friends At first glance, the book may seemingly appear dull as the title says holes. Holes are indeed in the story, but they serve a bigger meaning. Normally most books would have a single timeline but for Holes, it has three. Three different periods, which may seem confusing at first but is a great backstory for Stanley and others. I would give Holes a 10/10 as it seamlessly integrates three different stories into one while also incorporating history.

Holes is an award winning book written by Louis Sanchar. It is about a boy named Stanely, who was sent to juvenile camp after being falsely accused of theft. There, he has to dig holes in the hot desert, day after day, as reform work. Soon Stanely makes friends with a boy named Zero, and together they discover that they are actually being forced to dig to find treasure. They escape the camp and go on a long journey to gain freedom. I especially enjoyed this book because of all the plot twists. As soon as you think something is going to happen, the plot twists and takes a completely different path. `Sanchar whipped up an incredible tale in which Stanely ends up reforming for the better in a unique, unexpected way.

Everything about this book is terrific - the characters, villains, plot and subplots! The main character has flaws but can disobey scary bosses and risk his own life to save another; he can hold still for hours while deadly scorpions crawl over his body; he can carry a friend up a mountain. He 's a low key, likable kid who will even lie to his parents about reform school, telling them he's learning to swim and water ski, to save them from worrying.

This book is too good. Couldn't put it down!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I read this book to my three sons who are 6, 9, and 11 years old. We all loved it! It was a fun read that kept us intrigued. It made us laugh and it made me tear up a few times. I definitely recommend reading this book!

Holes is my all-time favourite book ever. Period. I love all the plots and twists. 5 stars.