LitPick Review
Gordo Gates, a thirteen-year-old boy, gets into more than
he bargained for when his father is scratched by a lyncan
(or werewolf) and becomes fatally ill. Gordo learns that
there is a cure to his father's sickness, but it is
extremely rare and he must act quickly before his father
dies. Along the way, he also gains knowlege of a closely
guarded secret concerning the history of werewolves and
their hidden treasure. Gordo sets off to find this treasure
with help from Allie (a girl who is being hunted by the
lyncans and holds the key to the treasure), Hank (a pilot
who desperately needs cash to save his farm), Dusty (a half-
lyncan-half-human boy who lives on the streets), and Vinnie
(a shady club owner with less-than-honest intentions). With
all the danger surrounding these secrets, will this odd
group be able to recover the treasure and save Gordo's dad
in time? You'll have to read the book to find out.
Opinion:
This book had a great main storyline and included some very good
ideas, however I did not like the author's writing style.
There was WAY too much description about insignificant
things and not enough movement alnong the storyline. The
author should have emphasized more on the danger and
suspense involved in Gordo's mission to make the story more
interesting and make the reader want to find out what
happens next. The book was also written in third person
which many people (including me) do not like. Third person
is not necessarily a bad thing, but it means that the
author has to work harder to connect the reader to the
story. In this case, it detracted from the story instead of
adding to it.
One more thing I would like to add: Everything seemed to
play out perfectly for the main characters. In my opinion,
it would make the conclusion more rewarding if there was
more trial and error in their actions.
Don't get me wrong, this wasn't a bad book. I just think it
needs some more revising before being published. Many
authors rewrite their entire novels several times before it
is even ready to be edited.
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