Media:Hardcover Reading Level:Young Adult Pages:224 Shipping Weight (lbs):0.8 Dimensions (in):9.1 x 6.1 x 1
ISBN:0399247750 EAN:9780399247750 ASIN:0399247750
Publication Date:May 6, 2008 Availability:Usually ships within 1 - 2 business days Shipping:Expedited shipping available Shipping:International shipping available Condition:New - Has remainder mark. Fast shipping from trusted wholesaler with many exclusive publisher contracts. Shipped from the USA. 10-14 working days.
Customer Reviews:
A fantastic read!October 20, 2008 I'm 40 something and I didn't know this book was for teens. It's a fast and easy read. I loved this book. Great story, small chapter and I just couldn't stop reading! I was anxious to read the end. You'll love it if you love mysteries. :)
Teens Reveal the Truth behind a Puzzling DeathAugust 8, 2008 1 out of 1 found this review helpful
What would Spenser and Susan Silverman have been like as a teenage couple? It's possible they might have sounded and acted a great deal like Terry Novak and his friend, Abby. That link in characterization gives this book extra fascination for adult fans of Robert B. Parker. I particularly enjoyed the innuendo in the dialog where Terry and Abby refer to their physical desire for one another in flirting, boy-girl terms.
The mystery isn't all that mysterious; the main mystery is how two high school students will be able to bring out the truth: A high school student is found dead and most adults presume it was suicide related to using steroids. Terry doesn't believe it and starts asking around.
His detection is interspaced with boxing lessons from his fifty-five year-old friend, George. There's a bullying jock at the high school who tries to stop Terry, but Terry jabs on. In the background are some greedy adults looking out for themselves at the expense of everyone else.
I would have loved to read this book when I was a young teen. I also loved it as a 61-year-old man. I suspect the appeal wouldn't be as great for those in the 25-45 age range.
I look forward to reading other books for younger readers by Mr. Parker.
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