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moocowimpi's review against another edition
4.0
Slow start but in the end I devoured it....
Really different and interesting. I really enjoyed it!
Really different and interesting. I really enjoyed it!
malreynolds111's review against another edition
3.0
I really wanted to love this book, but I just couldn't seem to understand what the whole point was about? The main character ended up back where he started and had an adventure..
msmattoon's review against another edition
4.0
Great voice, interesting situations and a compelling plot. Really enjoyed this more than I thought I would.
mzdeb's review against another edition
5.0
This book has the feel of a Stephen King novel, in its characters, pacing, and plot, only it doesn't have as much of the head talk as King's novels tend to have. Shreve is the likable hustler and Jack Graves is the 12-fingered newbie he takes under his wing, snowballing into terrifying circumstances that you pray they can outrun.
I have great respect for YA guy reads as occasionally I have to take the break from some of the mushy romance that gets tossed into other YA novels, mostly written by women. I don't think you really can see the ending coming, so I really liked that as well. Goodreads lists this as Book #1 of a series--I'm curious as what would come next from Jacobs, regarding the characters and this world he created.
I have great respect for YA guy reads as occasionally I have to take the break from some of the mushy romance that gets tossed into other YA novels, mostly written by women. I don't think you really can see the ending coming, so I really liked that as well. Goodreads lists this as Book #1 of a series--I'm curious as what would come next from Jacobs, regarding the characters and this world he created.
lisagoe's review against another edition
4.0
The line between sci fi and fantasy continues to blur for me and mostly that's a good thing. This book is fast paced with exciting plot twists and interesting characterization. Imagine a Walter Dean Myers ya novel inspired by Twilight Zone episodes or John Wyndham.
I would recommend it for higher readers in middle grades with the caveat that there's some language (Lead character calls other characters "titty babies" ) that needs unpacking and that the climactic scene involves child abuse. That part is dealt with well and the way the protagonists deal with their persecutors also opens up some interesting discussion. Can't wait to read the next one.
I would recommend it for higher readers in middle grades with the caveat that there's some language (Lead character calls other characters "titty babies" ) that needs unpacking and that the climactic scene involves child abuse. That part is dealt with well and the way the protagonists deal with their persecutors also opens up some interesting discussion. Can't wait to read the next one.
suffering_succotash's review against another edition
4.0
Definitely worth the read. I won't say this book is perfect, but it just has so much heart. What stood out most to me were the two main characters, and the incredible dynamic that develops between them. In a book about juvie, super powers, and adolescent boys, I was NOT expecting the feels train that I found this fantastic book to be.
I thoroughly enjoyed The Twelve-Fingered Boy, and would recommend it to anyone. I can't wait to continue with the rest of the series!
I thoroughly enjoyed The Twelve-Fingered Boy, and would recommend it to anyone. I can't wait to continue with the rest of the series!
jocelynlindsay's review against another edition
5.0
Fantastic read. I had no idea what to expect of this one. Coming of age story with a sprinkle of Lovecraftian horror on top. Extremely well written. Character voices are distinct, emotions deeply authentic. Creepy and fun. Really looking forward to getting my hands on the next one.
shogins's review against another edition
4.0
This is super weird and I dig it. I love the narrative voice.