Snow Job

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

Review Date: May 6, 2017

Review

In his effort to become a better person, Nick makes a list consisting of four phrases to live by: Stand Up, Stand Out, Stand By, Stand Fast. Trying to follow his list proves difficult when Zod, a boy that Nick sent to jail, reappears and persuades Nick to deal drugs. Nick is able to convince himself that delivering cocaine is just a means to an end —a way to get enough money so he can escape snowy upstate New York. Is Nick able to pull off his four phrases or was it an exercise to no avail. Benoit explores how small steps can lead to even larger consequences when one takes charges of their life.

Well developed plot; each drug run will keep you guessing. The story line is mainly about drugs and drinking, but the tension and double crossing between characters will keep readers attention. Recommended for grades 9-12.

Overall Book Score: very good