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I found this article review of an interesting Book by Alex Robinson called "Too cool to be Forgotten" on the The School Library Journal Website.
What struck me the most about the article was the fact that the review was written by Grade 10 school student and is remarkably inciteful.
The Article
Robinson is back with a concise gem that packs just as much punch as his
lengthier titles. The premise here is nothing groundbreaking: Andy Wicks, a middle-aged family man, goes to a hypnosis clinic to break a 25-year smoking habit. As he mocks the ordeal as "mumbo jumbo," he is suddenly transformed into his 15-year-old self.
With a 40-something mind still intact, he is forced to relive the horrors of
algebra class, visits to the principal, elaborate social hierarchies, and, of course, intense sexual frustration.
What makes Too Cool to be Forgotten remarkable is the author's ability to
revisit high school drama and reality bending in a lighthearted way yet with a depth and thoughtfulness that consistently underscore the plot. Robinson never trivializes adolescent angst. Instead, Andy's journey allows him to explore and understand the complex psychology behind his coming-of-age choices and behavior.
That he has lived to see the results adds a compelling twist. Readers will gain perspective on mortality, family relationships, compassion, and love among bikini posters, gum-infested lockers, and family TV nights. As usual, Robinson's portraits perfectly underscore the intricacies of emotion in the story line, from the awkwardness of goofy permed-out and barely mustachioed teens to the anxiety of aging fathers with worry lines. Further, the artist's use of white pace, page composition, and flexible panels create a compelling sense of movement and a satisfying sense of flow.
Teens are sure to have a lot of fun with the book.
I don't know about you, but the review made me keen to read the book.
If you would like a copy of the book you can get from Amazon at less than $10.
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