Thirteen

Reviewed by: Laurel T Parker - Windham Public Library, Windham, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: March 9, 2016

Review

Coron, cult leader of The People, knows that Adam, the last living of 13 boys born to single mothers at the turn of the century, must be killed before he becomes a man on January 1, 2014 for he threatens the Coron's domination as supreme leader. Adam has been raised by loving parents, has positive relationships with school and life, and finds his crumbling world a nightmare as he is hunted. Real danger, narrow escapes, wild accusations, and the constant support of a friend unfold though the fast pace journey. Cult following and mind control play a very real part and a short list of actual cults is included to demonstrate their failing. Gruesome scenes, bloody violence, arson, and sadistic minds place this beyond the reach of the faint-hearted.

Overall Book Score: good