We read this in my seventh grade LA class. Frankly, I was surprised I didn't hate this book. I actually had a good experience while reading
Beyond the Divide - even the extensive assignments we had because of it didn't ruin it. If anything, the assignments made it more interesting. (Do I sound like the polar opposite of a teenager or what?)
I enjoyed Meribah's perspective and all the trials she experienced. The plot was interesting, the writing straight-forward and easy to read. I wish I could say the same about other book assignments...