"That Tender Touch" book review of Tenderness

"That Tender Touch" book review of Tenderness

This review addresses the novel Tenderness as a book for older, young adult readers. Much of the piece focuses on Cormier's portrayals of Eric and Lori. The author contends that the two teens, though different in many ways, share a twisted search for tenderness. Zvirin does note that the novel is not as textured as thrillers in the adult market, but has enough "psychological underpinnings" for teen readers. Also, she comments on the increased sexual content, even if artfully implied rather than explicit, than is typical for Cormier.

Robert E. Cormier Collection at Fitchburg State University's Amelia V. Gallucci-Cirio Library

1 February 1997

AnnaMary L. Consalvo
Katharine Covino
Elise Takehana

JPG, 8.5x11

English