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| Title | : | The Case of the Vanishing Boy |
| Author | : | Alexander Key |
| Book Format | : | Paperback |
| Book Edition | : | Special Edition |
| Pages | : | Pages: 107 pages |
| Published | : | October 1st 1979 by Pocket Books |
| Categories | : | Science Fiction. Young Adult. Fantasy. Childrens. Fiction |
Alexander Key
Paperback | Pages: 107 pages Rating: 4.11 | 161 Users | 15 Reviews
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His memory gone, a mysterious youth knows only one thing: It’s time to run
On a crowded commuter train, a young boy shakes with fear, unable to remember how he got there or where he’s going. His memory is a total blank. He doesn’t even know his name. But beside him is a blind girl, Ginny, who has a way of seeing deep within people’s souls. Looking inside the boy’s addled memory, she discovers that his name is Jan—and he has every reason to be afraid. When the train stops, Jan flees into the night, and the police come charging after him.
No matter where he goes—a church, the woods, the back alleys of this cozy suburban town—the hunters keep getting closer. He has incredible powers, and the government wants to use them for evil purposes. As his memory returns, Jan will tame his powers and stop running. With Ginny’s help, he will begin to fight back.
On a crowded commuter train, a young boy shakes with fear, unable to remember how he got there or where he’s going. His memory is a total blank. He doesn’t even know his name. But beside him is a blind girl, Ginny, who has a way of seeing deep within people’s souls. Looking inside the boy’s addled memory, she discovers that his name is Jan—and he has every reason to be afraid. When the train stops, Jan flees into the night, and the police come charging after him.
No matter where he goes—a church, the woods, the back alleys of this cozy suburban town—the hunters keep getting closer. He has incredible powers, and the government wants to use them for evil purposes. As his memory returns, Jan will tame his powers and stop running. With Ginny’s help, he will begin to fight back.
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| Original Title: | The Case of the Vanishing Boy |
| ISBN: | 0671560069 (ISBN13: 9780671560065) |
| Edition Language: | English |
Rating Regarding Books The Case of the Vanishing Boy
Ratings: 4.11 From 161 Users | 15 ReviewsCrit Regarding Books The Case of the Vanishing Boy
Awesome young adult!I had vague, but fond, memories of reading this when I was young. It was light and quick, filled with just enough of the paranormal/SF to remind me why I was into it.
Decent story, though the mystery around the name relies on ignorance of Spanish pronunciation. I'd say that parts of the book haven't aged well--e.g. the assumption that someone with dark skin must be a foreigner--but given the political climate, I can't make that argument in good faith. Ignorance like that is all too timely.
Loved the Witch Mountain books & movies. This was a fun read - wish it were longer so we could hear more about these special people, especially Ginny. Seems a precursor to X-Men and similar scenarios. (One of several from the kids shelves that Im reading before donating.)
I loved it. It became a thrilling book, that you couldn't put down.
FantasticI enjoyed it as much today as I did 20 years ago. I hope I that my kids enjoy it as well.
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