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Summary: JUMPER-STEVEN GOULD
Review: The first time Davy Rice teleports is when his father tries to hit him one too many times. He "jumps" to the local library and then decides to run away. After robbing a bank and falling in love with an older college student, the government finds out about him. They plan to use him for wars and spying on rogue contries. But will Davy give in or "jump" away?This is a great revenge fantasy, and recommended to everyone! Be careful about reading it to kids under 10, because there are a few sexual scenes. Still, the scenes aren't too risque`. Recommended to young and old alike!
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Summary: Catch Me If You Can meets Quantum Leap
Review: First of all- this could pass as a kid's book except for several infered scenes of violence or sex. Let's face it - it's a fun book! Ignore the total lack of even a pretense at scientific theory or explanation about the ability. Ignore the amorality of a novel in which the hero robs banks and says it's OK because they lose money in accounting errors or a mother who leaves her son with an abusive father. Ignore the less than adult plot, stilted dialogue and sudden turn of events that make about as much sense as, well, "jumping". This is one of those books that screams "MADE FOR THE MOVIES". It literally reeks of trendiness - the innocent, pushed around geek who becomes a superhero, the chance meeting with the older woman who captures his heart, the bravura of his tricks and the ingenuity of his fight against terrorists (don't ask). About the only character "development" was the young hero's exposure to the world outside Smallville and his increasing sophistication and jaded look at his former life. The book has a terrible ending but by then you are tired of all the fights and chases. Get the book and reserve a couple of hours for a good read.
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Summary: This is an excellent story....., but not for the young ones
Review: This is an excellent story, but it is not for children at all. It deals with strong subject matter and language to which they should not be exposed. This book is categorized as "Young Adult", may I recommend it be referred to as "Young Spirited Adult". I don't even recommend it to teenagers. That aside, it is a incredibly engrossing story of a young man who discovers he has an amazing gift. I read the book in 3 hours and wished it would continue.
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Summary: Why won't you read?
Review: I admit the first chapter may be appropriate for young teens, as others have said, but they did not give the rest of the book a chance. The younger teens were not targeted, the older teens were. The first chapter was needed to set the scene. I am a teen and I loved this book but I think people do not give it a chance because they are scared of the first chapter.
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Summary: Totally inappropriate for young teens
Review: I don't consider myself to be a blue nose or in favor of censorship, but marketing this book for children is outrageous. My wife bought it for my 13 year-old, and he gave it back after reading on page 8 the very explicit scene about the attempted (...) of the boy by several men (I won't go into more detail as children might be reading this). Thank goodness my son had the good sense to stop reading. The language is also quite unsuitable for a children's book - the term "(...)" in the dialogue stood out. This might be the greatest piece of literature in the world (I won't be reading it to find out) but it is totally unsuitable for children and it will be going back to the store tomorrow with a note to the manager. I am a strong supporter of the first amendment, but to market this book for children or young teens is the epitome of bad judgment and bad taste.
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Summary: Not in my home, not for my children!
Review: We were unhappily surprised to learn about this book when a well-meaning relative gave it to our 9 year old son for Christmas. The book jacket gave no indication of the rough content. Presumably, the teleportation angle looked appealing to the purchaser. Fortunately, our son became disturbed by the language in the book, and stopped reading before he got to the homosexual rape in the first few pages. When we took a closer look at the sexual content and the foul language, we took the book from his possession. I am appalled that this book would be sold... for youngsters. The violence and sexual content are offensive and the constant stream of foul language is vulgar and disrespectful. I cannot imagine any circumstance in which we would accept this book into our home, no matter what age our children have attained. There are better sources of inspiration to help us overcome hardship in life which don't require disrespecting fathers, young readers or God.
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Summary: Fast Paced, Entertaining and a Good Read
Review: ... Amazon suggests it as a book for young adults - which I take to mean high school students - 15 or older. There is nothing in this book that is even remotely offensive. It deals with abuse of a 17-year old boy from his drunken father, spousal abuse - Davy's mother is forced to flee after almost being beaten to death by her husband and one tender, touching sex scene were more is implied than written about when Davy loses his virginity to a wonderful college girl about 3 years older than he. This book is the type of book that even non-SF readers (myself included) enjoy. The pace is fast and you do feel so much empathy with Davy - his life is pretty bad and he tries to make it better the best way he can - not always legally - but with an honest heart. You just know he is a good kid. The teleportations are wonderful - to be able to jump from place to place in an instant - how amazing is that? Highly recommended for ages 15 and above - and for both SF and non SF readers.
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Summary: Jumper
Review: I cannot believe that Amazon. com sells this book. This book is completely inappropriate for the age group it is supposed to be written for. The physical and sexual abuse that the main character endures in the first few pages is is horrendous. The abuse is very detailed and graphic. I almost purchased this book for my child, but luckily I read the first few pages and put it back. The topic, a child teleporting to different places, could have been made interesting, but instead the book contains disgusting and unnecessary situations.
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Summary: The classic teleportation novel
Review: Davy Rice is a pretty ordinary seventeen-year-old kid from a small town in Ohio, and -- considering that he has an abusive, alcoholic father -- he's a nice guy, conscientious and level-headed. Except that he can teleport to anyplace he's visited before. He runs away to New York City but can't get a job without Social Security or an ID, which he can't get without a birth certificate, which he doesn't have. Finally, in desperation, he dips into nonviolent criminality -- only once, but it's enough to hold him for a long, long time. Then he meets Milly, an Oklahoma college student on a vist to the Big City, and his life changes, and not always for the better. You can't help but be on Davy's side, cheering when he figures out to revenge himself on those who have hurt him without actually killing anyone, and holding your breath when the National Security Agency takes an interest. Gould takes the time to really examine what possession of such an ability would mean to a thoughtful person and his smooth, transparent style is very nice. This was his first novel and it's a winner.
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Summary: Coming of age, the SF way!
Review: Have you ever fantasized about having super-powers? I know I have. This book tells the story of a teenage boy who discovers that he has the power to teleport or 'jump'. Fans of coming-of-age tales will love this book as it chronicles how Davy's life changes due to his new-found powers. I really liked how the character grew from using his powers for personal gain, to using his powers to help others. Steven Gould does a great job creating characters that you really care about and making them act in a believable manner. This is a book that would appeal to not only SF fans, but anyone who enjoys a good story as the SF elements are restricted to Davy's powers.
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