Review of Beyond the Bowling Ball Bombing
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Review of Beyond the Bowling Ball Bombing
[Following is a volunteer review of "Beyond the Bowling Ball Bombing" by Kordel Lentine.]
Terrance Brown's life took an unexpected turn when a bowling ball plummeted from the sky and narrowly missed killing him, making him realize that his quiet life was about to change. It meant he was not ready for what was to come. His love for riddles set him onto the road of futurist improbabilities that made him wonder if he was losing his mind. Initially, Stanley, our antagonist, appears to be the new friend of Terrance's new adventure. Still, Terrance always tries to understand why Stanley picks him as the only person to be allowed the information on how time travel works. Let alone to be a part of Stanley's only acquaintance. When Terrance conceals the truth about his new best friend Blaire's involvement from Stanley, he inadvertently sets frightening and dangerous events into motion. Can Terrance save Blaire and her family? Will Terrance save Stanley or allow him to keep interfering with other people's lives? Will Terrance completely understand the complications of time travel, or will he have to stumble through it? Answers to these questions and various others are in the remaining two books from the From Under the Sun trilogy.
Reading the author Kordel Lentine's book Beyond The Bowling Ball Bombing was delightful. He has a way of looking at teenagers through their eyes. Having five children has helped in his writing. One feels Terrance's feelings, and I sympathize with his problems. Throughout the story, the author skillfully portrays Stanley's character, leaving the reader guessing his true motives. Terrance's character, a seventeen-year-old raised to be kind, stands out impressively. Terrance is intelligent, not very much into sports, and bullied throughout childhood. Meeting the popular girl, Blaire, adds the right touch of romance and friendship.
I have no negatives about the story. Lentine utilizes his knowledge of astronomy and young adults to make the story glide effortlessly. I found some parts tiresome, but that is because I am upper middle-aged, and a teenage romance has long been out of my sight. Mr. Lentine made me laugh and brought back memories of my early childhood, and I found Terrance and the characters incredibly realistic.
The author did a fantastic job with his writing. His editor did a successful job, as I could not find any errors. This reader is looking forward to reading the author's two other books in the trilogy to see how Terrance's adventures play out. I rate this story 5 out of 5 stars.
I recommend this book to young adults, science fiction fans, and time travelers. The author's view of the future is refreshing and fascinating. The story has no swearing or sex and is a wholesome reading of adventure, mysteries, and betrayal.
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Beyond the Bowling Ball Bombing
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Terrance Brown's life took an unexpected turn when a bowling ball plummeted from the sky and narrowly missed killing him, making him realize that his quiet life was about to change. It meant he was not ready for what was to come. His love for riddles set him onto the road of futurist improbabilities that made him wonder if he was losing his mind. Initially, Stanley, our antagonist, appears to be the new friend of Terrance's new adventure. Still, Terrance always tries to understand why Stanley picks him as the only person to be allowed the information on how time travel works. Let alone to be a part of Stanley's only acquaintance. When Terrance conceals the truth about his new best friend Blaire's involvement from Stanley, he inadvertently sets frightening and dangerous events into motion. Can Terrance save Blaire and her family? Will Terrance save Stanley or allow him to keep interfering with other people's lives? Will Terrance completely understand the complications of time travel, or will he have to stumble through it? Answers to these questions and various others are in the remaining two books from the From Under the Sun trilogy.
Reading the author Kordel Lentine's book Beyond The Bowling Ball Bombing was delightful. He has a way of looking at teenagers through their eyes. Having five children has helped in his writing. One feels Terrance's feelings, and I sympathize with his problems. Throughout the story, the author skillfully portrays Stanley's character, leaving the reader guessing his true motives. Terrance's character, a seventeen-year-old raised to be kind, stands out impressively. Terrance is intelligent, not very much into sports, and bullied throughout childhood. Meeting the popular girl, Blaire, adds the right touch of romance and friendship.
I have no negatives about the story. Lentine utilizes his knowledge of astronomy and young adults to make the story glide effortlessly. I found some parts tiresome, but that is because I am upper middle-aged, and a teenage romance has long been out of my sight. Mr. Lentine made me laugh and brought back memories of my early childhood, and I found Terrance and the characters incredibly realistic.
The author did a fantastic job with his writing. His editor did a successful job, as I could not find any errors. This reader is looking forward to reading the author's two other books in the trilogy to see how Terrance's adventures play out. I rate this story 5 out of 5 stars.
I recommend this book to young adults, science fiction fans, and time travelers. The author's view of the future is refreshing and fascinating. The story has no swearing or sex and is a wholesome reading of adventure, mysteries, and betrayal.
******
Beyond the Bowling Ball Bombing
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
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