Review of The Protectors

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[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "The Protectors" by Ray Hodgson.]

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4 out of 5 stars

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Jack Walker, who was born to blind parents, was partially blind himself. Despite his blindness, he had a strong, noble desire to help those around him who were victims of societal injustice. His disability was a hindrance, but it did not stop him from discovering new things about himself, such as his newfound supernatural ability, and from actively trying to enjoy life to the fullest. Roy Hodgson's book, The Protectors, details Jack Walker's life from a young age, his youthful adventures, finding love, and fulfilling his life's dream of helping people.

I loved how engaging this novel was. Reading Jack's narrative memoir to Sarah drew me into his life and helped me understand everything he did. The descriptive quality of the book was extremely helpful in this regard. While narrating, the story described some instances in which Jack would aggressively attack someone because he used to have anger issues. Because he was blind, he sometimes misinterpreted things, which I thought was amusing. I also liked how the book was streamlined, providing only the important details that were actually relevant to the story. This precludes any distracting minor plots that would only lengthen the story and increase the monotony.

Many of the characters in this book had some kind of disability, and the author expertly portrayed them. The way they did things and always tried to be independent was captured perfectly. The most appealing aspect was the depiction of the minorities' somewhat passive segregation in society. Taking these minor details into account was one of the book's highlights and the thing I enjoyed the most.

I got the impression that the author wanted to touch on the normal lives of various types of disabled people. As a result, the majority of the characters had some kind of disability. This became overwhelming and felt a bit forced, and I didn't like it. I also thought Jack's paranormal abilities should have been explored further because I ended up with a lot of questions about them. These factors cost the book its perfect rating, earning it only 4 out of 5 stars. I only found a couple of errors, demonstrating the book's excellent editing. As a recommendation, I think young adults who do not mind a little gore and violence will enjoy this book the most.

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[Samuel Falle]

This review appreciated the book and applauded the author for doing a great job in creating it. Based on the pleasant impression the author's writing created, the reviewer also did well in making me want to include the book on my bookshelf.

[Samuel Falle]

This review appreciated the book and applauded the author for doing a great job in creating it. Based on the pleasant impression the author's writing created, the reviewer also did well in making me want to include the book on my bookshelf.

[Samuel Falle]

This review appreciated the book and applauded the author for doing a great job in creating it. Based on the pleasant impression the author's writing created, the reviewer also did well in making me want to include the book on my bookshelf.

[NetMassimo]

Despite the flaws you pointed out, this seems like an engaging novel that's mostly about disabilities with some supernatural bits added. Thank you for your great review!

[Aaron Joseph Maupin]

This review provides good insight into the book's plot, characters, and themes, making it informative and helpful for potential readers. However, the reviewer mentions that the portrayal of disabled characters becomes overwhelming and feels forced, which could be a drawback for some readers. Additionally, the reviewer felt that the paranormal abilities of the protagonist should have been explored further. Despite these criticisms, the book seems to be well-edited and engaging, making it a potentially good addition to someone's library, especially for young adults who enjoy some gore and violence in their reading material.

[Donaking]

Based on the review, "The Protectors" by Roy Hodgson seems like an engaging and well-written book. The protagonist's experiences and growth, despite his disability, are captivating. The portrayal of disabled characters and their independence is commendable. However, some readers may find the overwhelming focus on disabilities a bit forced. Additionally, the book could have delved deeper into the protagonist's paranormal abilities. Overall, it appears to be a good read, especially for young adults who appreciate some gore and violence.