This is a book. It is written by Barry Lyga. Yes, we know it's a very long book. We tried to get him to cut it, but he wouldn't. So there was nothing we could do about it. We understand if the length turns you off. A long book like this one represents a commitment, and if it isn't good, you'll feel like you've wasted your time and your money. Still, we published it because we think it's a good book. Could it be shorter? Maybe. That's a very difficult call. Each person will have his or her own opinion. Some will read it and think, "It could have been shorter." Others will think, "It was just right." And maybe some people will wish it was longer. Isn't that the highest compliment you can pay a book, to wish it would never end?
Usually, this text here (it's called "flap copy") is sexy marketing-talk, designed to get you to buy the book. Did you know that most people look at the cover, then the back cover, then the flap copy, and only then do they bother even to flip to a page in the book? So you probably haven't even read any part of the book yet, but you might decide to buy or not buy it anyway. Without having read a word of it.
So, we'll just say this: This book is a love story. We hope you'll give it a shot.
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Rating: 1 Star
My Review: DNFed I am confused, what did I just read? I don't even know what to say about this other than the fact that I am so lost with this one.
Review
“One of the more daring concepts in recent years by a young-adult author.”
—Los Angeles Times
“The book is an entertaining read no matter what age you are, especially if you’re a fan of sarcastic high-school tales and/or comic-book references.”
—USA Today
“Lyga’s dynamic writing style creates an emotionally wrenching and haunting tale.”
—Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review
“Lyga again skillfully captures the turbulent world of high school . . . Another incredible read.”
—Voya, Starred Review
About the Author
Or he might be the author of Inframan and a half dozen other novels who died in 2005, having never married or had children.
Or he might be both.
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