Cormier, Robert (1974, 1986). The Chocolate War. New York: Laurel Leaf Books.
Summary: The Vigils, an underground association that bullies underclassmen at Trinity High School into performing risky pranks, demand that Jerry Renault, a freshman, refuse to participate in the legendary, annual chocolate sale. Jerry's non-involvement in the sale results in the scorn of the fundraiser's leader, a sinister and abusive teacher, Leon. Jerry must make decisions about whether to resist or comply with physical and psychological pressure and coercion exerted by Leon, the Vigils, and the rest of the school.
Additional comments: A dark and twisted story about resisting peer pressure, coercion, and oppression. Jerry wonders "Dare I disturb the universe?", a question that will persist in the readers' mind after finishing the story.
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