Official Review: Beyond the Bowling Ball Bombing

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If I could have one superpower, it would be the ability to time travel. I'm definitely going to get this book because I need to find out what is in the box addressed to Terrance. Congratulations to the author for having the Book of the Day.
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I like the fact that the book is built on cliffhangers, which will maintain readers' curiosity from the beginning to the end. Thanks for the review.
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Post by msamandakelly2407 »

Initially, I didn’t think I would be interested in reading this book. I was surprised at how quickly this review changed my mind. Although I am much older than Terrence, this review offered me several ways to connect with the story and main character. The Jim Croce reference alone got me excited to read this book.
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I have insanely high expectations from time travel books, after having read several of them with unique ways of introducing it in stories. Let's hope this one meets my expectations. Congratulations on being listed as the Book of the day.
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Post by Taiwo_Olawoye »

Lots of mysteries surround Terrence's life. However, he is determined to unravel all the secrets and live a saner life. Thanks for the review.
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"Beyond the Bowling Ball Bombing" by Kordel Lentine, first book in the Under the Sun series involves high schoolers, time travel and humor as well as song! What more need you ask of a young adult Sci-Fi book? Entertainment and coming of age are rolled into one with the fast growth of the characters as their lives unfold in unexpected ways. We must root for the puzzle loving math nerds!
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I love light hearted science fiction books like this and Terrance seems like an interesting protoganist. Thanks for the amazing review.
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I must say, Kordel Lentine's "Beyond the Bowling Ball Bombing" is an absolute gem of a young adult science fiction novel. The way the author introduces us to Terrance Brown and his unusual predicament from the very beginning is both intriguing and captivating. It's a testament to Lentine's storytelling prowess that they manage to seamlessly blend humor, suspense, and time travel into one engaging narrative. Terrance's journey is a rollercoaster of emotions, and I couldn't help but root for him every step of the way. This book is a must-read for anyone who enjoys a mix of clever humor and gripping plotlines.
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This is a really humorous story. Terrence Brown, an extremely intelligent, but not very popular, high school junior, has an experience of a bowling ball falling from the sky nearly killing him and causing major damage to the neighborhood. No one is able to explain how this happened, which leads to some ridiculous speculations. Soon after the incident, Terrence receives a mysterious puzzle box that sends him on a quest for answers. I really enjoyed the free sample and look forward to reading more! Good review. :) :) :)
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When a bowling ball falls from the sky, bullied Terrance becomes a national figure and high school celebrity. Now, as he flees through time and space, he tries to take control of his destiny, only to find himself in an epic battle for freedom!

"The author genuinely did an excellent job of blending the day-to-day high school feel with the unpredictability of time travel to create a story that deals with overcoming personal challenges and discovering who you are...this book would be a good, clean read for young adults who like humorous science fiction." ~ paul nzomo.
The writer has incorporated different styles of writing and this has definitely led to the book's general nature -the ability to intergrate younger generations.
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This novel seems very unconventional and mysterious. I like the fact that time travel plays a part in the plot. It looks like a very complex book. Congrats on BOTD!
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This seems to be a complex yet fascinating time travel story. I will read the book to find out more about the puzzle Terrance will be solving and what happens next after him solving it. Congratulations on being the BOTD.
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Kordel Lentine seems to be a creative young- adult-sci-fi writer. I like your point that the book's favourite part is Terrance's character growth and self-assessment of what he had learned about himself. Like to read this sometime. You have written the review very well.
Congratulations Kordel Lentine on the BOTD!
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Your review makes the desire to read this book all the more alluring. I've marked it in my diary and will definitely be reading it. Thanks for this.
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Post by Dzejn_Crvena »

I enjoy reading Young Adult books, and this engaging science fiction will keep me entertained. Math enthusiasts and time travel nerds will also love this book. I can't wait to learn more about the mystery of the bowling ball. Congratulations on the BOTD.
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