Boys of Blur

Reviewed by: Kristin Taylor - Biddeford High School, Biddeford, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: February 19, 2015

Review

Bestselling author, N.D. Wilson sends a message that envy and hatred will eat at the souls of people in this mystery about “Stanks” that are overrunning a small Florida community where riots of hatred and envy even take over a rival high school football game. His use of imagery is excellent in portraying what envy and hatred can do to one’s soul – the horrible overwhelming “stank” that exudes, the mindless and meaningless words that hurt and the love and understanding that can overcome it all. The main characters' roles in the story are well defined in their purpose as well an easy to follow plot. It is fast past, interesting and a good spin on zombies or aka in this case “Stanks”.

This book would be enjoyed by middle, high school and even adults who are into mystery, dark arts, adventure and small town rivalries in football. This would be especially useful for students who are dealing with the “green eyed monster” and how to deal with life’s challenges. Beside it was just a fun read!

Overall Book Score: very good