Review of Young Americans

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There are always consequences for the paths we choose and there are lessons that we can learn from those choices. I look forward to reading this book. Thank you for the review.
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Peter S. Rush's captivating coming-of-age story, "Young Americans," deftly conveys the essence of youth and the complex process of growing up in America. Rush skillfully explores themes of self-discovery, friendship, and pursuing dreams through the eyes of its protagonists. This book's relevance is essential. A significant social problem that many people are facing is this one. I'll pass on this book since I have no interest in the nightlife, drug smuggling, or jail life it describes. Best wishes to the writer on BOTD!
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Post by Ramadevi Tatavarthi »

I really enjoyed this review. From this review, I have understood that this book revolves around the life of a young person who faces hurdles from a young age and wants to become a millionaire. To achieve that goal, he ends up doing illegal things like drugs. I really want to know about the consequences he faces for his actions and how his character develops.
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Tommy got into the drug dealing business as a means of making it in life. I guess reading the book would help find out if he eventually became a millionaire or imprisoned.
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Post by Catalina Isabel »

This is a novel about Tommy, who had a difficult upbringing and became a drug dealer. It seems that he had a lot of likeable qualities despite choosing this path. It may shed light on the reality for some. Thanks for a great review, and congrats to the author on BOTD!
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Tommy's character is fascinating. I was not expecting selling drugs would be his choice of business for becoming a young millionaire. I'm interested in finding out how he fares in the drug business. Congratulations on making book of the day!
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Post by leandra compoli »

I believe this sets right with society today, and how things don't always go as planned. It's a good read even in the review but the book itself speaks volumes!
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The caution about mature content and sexual violence disclosure is appreciated. It shows the reviewer's consideration for potential readers' sensitivities. This transparency in the review helps me gauge if the book aligns with my preferences and comfort level.
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Post by Huini Hellen »

This book shows the consequences of making wrong choices and how that begins at a younger age, as in the case of Tommy. Thanks for your descriptive review.
The mind adapts and converts to its own purposes the obstacle to our acting. The impediment to action advances action. What stands in the way becomes the way. - Marcus Aurelius
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The reviewer's emphasis on the book's authenticity is intriguing. The portrayal of the drug dealer's life, including the violence and struggles, adds a gritty realism. Such genuine storytelling appeals to my taste, sparking my interest in experiencing the raw narrative.
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The story of a young man who just wanted to make money and falls into the world of dealing drugs. This thriller sounds like a good one and your review was very intriguing, thanks for it!
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Post by Precious Anavheoba »

I guess this book has got a good enough plot. Drug use and abuse is a problem which I believe this book sheds some light on. I do not like the path Tommy chose though. I hope he finds redemption.
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Post by Chad Anthony »

Great review! Your detailed description of Tommy's character development caught my attention. It's refreshing to see honesty in a protagonist's dealings, even in a gritty setting.
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Post by Amy_Jackson »

Drug dealing is a vice in the society that doesn't seem to want to go away. It can't be easy for any parent to watch their child go down that path when they had better plans for them. I wonder if Tommy turned away from it by the end of the book.
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Young Americans by Peter S. Rush is the coming-of-age story of a young man and all the decisions he's made that led to where he is now. It deals with heavy topics like violence, drugs, and sexual offenses, so proceed with caution. Young Tommy has gone through a lot, but I still don't think it justifies becoming a drug dealer as an adult.
Congratulations on BOTD!
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