Born Scared

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

Review Date: November 12, 2018

Review

Elliot has been governed by paralyzing fear since the day his twin sister died -- an hour before they were born. Sequestered, except for contact with his Mum, Auntie and trusted family doctor and of course, Ellamay, his twin sister, Elliot has to face his fear of the world and everything in it on Christmas Eve in a blinding snowstorm to find his mother, who was only going to be gone 10 mins.

Kevin Brooks creates another interesting thriller that deals with overcoming ones fears and would be enjoyed by fans of his along with fans of thrillers and suspense novels. The only aspect of this novel that wasn't clarified is Elliot's mental illness that is never really explored by his mother and family doctor.

Recommended for grades 7 -9.

Overall Book Score: very good