The Jinx D F Lamont 9781257995066 Books
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13-year old Stephen Allan Grayson is having a run of very bad luck. It feels like he's been cursed - because maybe he has been.Stephen flees home to protect his family, only to find that he is in the middle of a tug-of war between a cult obsessed with order and misshapen monsters known as "Chaons" who seem bent on hunting him down.A fun Sci-Fi/Fantasy adventure for kids aged 9-13, and anyone who loves suspense.
The Jinx D F Lamont 9781257995066 Books
Have you ever just had one of those really bad, terrible kind of days? What if that day turned you into a jinx? Stephen can thank the universe for the the really bad luck that effects him and all surrounding him in this Young Adult SciFi/Fantasy book. With a well thought out plot and good storyline this book will have you hoping the universe doesn't make you The Jinx.Stephen is your usual teenage boy but while riding his brothers bike to school one day he becomes the unlucky receipent of a curse. Things start to go wrong all around him effecting not only him but his school mates and family. After a car accident, that could have really hurt his mother and older brother, Stephen decides he would be safer off running away to save those he loves. While on the way to the family's cabin Stephen comes across Chaons, scary misshapen creatures that have been created by Dr. Zixhu. The good doctors people sweep Stephen up and bring him to their lair, where Stephen finally finds out what is going on with him and his strange bad luck. Of course he also finds out that Dr. Zixhu is slightly crazy and also the bad guy. Luckily for him Daedalus, a previous Ut crew member comes to the rescue. He explains to Stephen how he came to have the bad luck, what Dr. Zixhu wants with Stephen (death of course!) and how to solve the situation. If you want to know how to rid yourself of this Jinx, well you'll just have to read the book :))
A cute, quick read for an adult (I finished it in two hours, but I'm a freak) or an inventive story for your young fantasy reader, this book is sure to fulfill. You'll find yourself hoping you're not in the universes path of bad luck! Give your teen the love of good reading today and give them this book! Thanks for reading! -Melissa
A room without books is like a body without a soul. -Cicero
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The Jinx D F Lamont 9781257995066 Books Reviews
D.F. Lamont's The Jinx is a delightful tale of an eighth-grade boy's trials and tribulations, starting with a simple bike accident and ending with monstrous creatures and the possible end of the world. The jinxed young man's home and school life are humorously and convincingly portrayed, making it hard not to feel sorry for poor Stephen as things keep going wrong. But Thanksgiving approaches and Stephen's attempt to free the world from his curse is risky at best, maybe even dangerous.
Of course, this is fiction, and the danger isn't at all what might be imagined. The story takes some curious turns and soon Stephen's the reluctant hero involved in saving the world, except he's not sure which side he's on. This nicely told tale reminds readers to look below the surface of ideas. Heroism may not be deliberate. Evil might look good. And cleanliness isn't always next to godliness.
Throughout the story, Stephen maintains an eighth-grade sense of humor, a nice way with words, and a thoroughly enjoyable outlook on life. The story moves quickly, even when describing the difference between Augustinian and Manichean philosophies (yes, honestly) and makes a fun, exciting read for young teens and pre-teen readers.
Disclosure I received a free ecopy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
THE JINX is a short (only 123 pages) read, but offers an overall creative and intriguing story. Though I found the book as a whole an enjoyable read, there are a few aspects that I had issues with.
MY BRIEF SUMMARY
Thirteen year old Stephen Grayson, thinks he's a jinx. And just maybe he is. After several "accidents", Stephen runs away from home with the intent of protecting his family. While on a long bus ride in the mountains, Stephen is attacked by strange and fearsome creatures. Two apparent saviors show up to rescue him- an odd man with even odder contraptions and very orderly people in both a helicopter and a nice, warm car. Stephen goes with the orderly people and soon finds himself caught in a bizarre war between two equally terrifying opponents.
THE JINX has a very original and intriguing premise. The sci-fi elements are fresh, smart, and captivating. I found the book quite gripping and the story is easy to get caught up in. Although it's a short read, THE JINX packs in quite a bit of story and action. Fast paced and suspenseful, Lamont offers up plenty of fun twists, turns, and surprises that will hold the attention of even young readers.
The main character, Stephen, is a likable and relatable character. He's smart, brave, and thoughtful, but he's not overly unique or out there. Other than the fact that chaos seems to be attracted to him, Stephen is rather average. But this makes him easy to connect with and will allow younger readers to easily imagine themselves in his place. The other major character, Daedalus, is a fun, whimsical, and larger than life kind of character. He's a bit odd and different, but in a completely endearing and charming way. Mr. Zixhu, the antagonist, makes for a shudder worthy bad guy.
The story itself is well written, and cleverly so, and full of innovative imagination. I found myself totally intrigued by the war between order and chaos, and I thought Lamont's overall idea was a cool one. However, I did find myself lost amongst all the scientific, metaphysical, and philosophical explanations and I think this book's intended audience might be too. There were some passages that simply went over my head and overwhelmed me with too much information, distracting me from the story itself. I think if the author were to tone down the heavy stuff and focus more on the fun sci-fi and fantasy aspects, then this book would be more appropriate for the 9-13 crowd. But, I was able to understand the basic ideas behind the war between order and chaos, and Stephen's role in this war, which allowed me to appreciate Lamont's overall idea.
There were a few obvious editorial mistakes (spelling, grammar, and missing words), that I found slightly distracting as well. The ending wraps up the story nicely, offering younger readers the closure and reassurance they often need from endings. Yet, I could see there being room for the story to continue and I would definitely read future installments.
MY FINAL THOUGHTS THE JINX is a creative, original, and fun read. There are a few overwhelming and complicated aspects that may confuse and distract readers, especially younger ones, but the overall premise is a cool one that sci-fi and fantasy fans will find intriguing. Read it if you get the chance.
Just picked this up as my first book and I can't put it down. Good read for the whole family.
Have you ever just had one of those really bad, terrible kind of days? What if that day turned you into a jinx? Stephen can thank the universe for the the really bad luck that effects him and all surrounding him in this Young Adult SciFi/Fantasy book. With a well thought out plot and good storyline this book will have you hoping the universe doesn't make you The Jinx.
Stephen is your usual teenage boy but while riding his brothers bike to school one day he becomes the unlucky receipent of a curse. Things start to go wrong all around him effecting not only him but his school mates and family. After a car accident, that could have really hurt his mother and older brother, Stephen decides he would be safer off running away to save those he loves. While on the way to the family's cabin Stephen comes across Chaons, scary misshapen creatures that have been created by Dr. Zixhu. The good doctors people sweep Stephen up and bring him to their lair, where Stephen finally finds out what is going on with him and his strange bad luck. Of course he also finds out that Dr. Zixhu is slightly crazy and also the bad guy. Luckily for him Daedalus, a previous Ut crew member comes to the rescue. He explains to Stephen how he came to have the bad luck, what Dr. Zixhu wants with Stephen (death of course!) and how to solve the situation. If you want to know how to rid yourself of this Jinx, well you'll just have to read the book ))
A cute, quick read for an adult (I finished it in two hours, but I'm a freak) or an inventive story for your young fantasy reader, this book is sure to fulfill. You'll find yourself hoping you're not in the universes path of bad luck! Give your teen the love of good reading today and give them this book! Thanks for reading! -Melissa
A room without books is like a body without a soul. -Cicero
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