HELLO NEIGHBOR
Missing Pieces
Carly Ann West
Review by Author Roy
Murry
'Neighbor' is Nicky's
story, who moves with his parents into a town with a burnt down amusement park.
Across the street lives another twelve-year-old named Aaron, his parents, and
his sister.
Two notes that set the tone at the beginning of this somewhat creepy novel are words of wisdom from Nick's parents: "Lu, he's twelve. He is barely human at this age," and "Remember, the family makes you stronger."
On the other side of the street lives the weak and disturbed family of Aaron Peterson. His father is living through a mental hell about what happened at the amusement park.
The two boys’ bond, break into the park using their unique ability to unlock locks, and, in another event, get into legal trouble costing their parents needed monies. Split apart, the boy with the strong family ties survives.
When Nicky tries to reunite with Aaron, Aaron leaves a bloody note for Nicky - I make bad things happen. What has happened? You will need to read book two in the series to find out.
I don't recommend this novel for a ten-year-old even though there are some excellent qualities to the read. A twelve-year-old may understand some of the deep thoughts and words intoned.
Note: I have helped bring up two boys who are doing well in their forties.
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