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em23y's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
This book was a very fast read for me. I loved the lessons it taught me about life, especially during one of my own rough patches. Everyone is going to die sooner or later, and that can be terrifying—or it can be the reason we waste no more time to live.
The character development in this book is crazy (/pos), especially within the span of a few months. I have my own struggles with identity and self-love, but this book proves that we are who we decide we are, and that which is more than possible to decide.
One small ick I had with this book is the writing style, specifically the grammar and the spelling. I’m by no means a professional, however there were some spots that seemed questionable to me. But it was easily overlooked due to the addictive story.
I loved that each “chapter” was a new day in the main characters’ life. Unfortunately I have a small attention span, but reading each of the new days was easy for me and kept me hooked.
Thank you Shaun Hutchinson for the good read and the amazing life lesson!!! :)
The character development in this book is crazy (/pos), especially within the span of a few months. I have my own struggles with identity and self-love, but this book proves that we are who we decide we are, and that which is more than possible to decide.
One small ick I had with this book is the writing style, specifically the grammar and the spelling. I’m by no means a professional, however there were some spots that seemed questionable to me. But it was easily overlooked due to the addictive story.
I loved that each “chapter” was a new day in the main characters’ life. Unfortunately I have a small attention span, but reading each of the new days was easy for me and kept me hooked.
Thank you Shaun Hutchinson for the good read and the amazing life lesson!!! :)
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide and Bullying
Moderate: Racial slurs, Pregnancy, Homophobia, Sexual content, Rape, and Physical abuse
Minor: Abortion, Self harm, and Vomit
yinlin's review
5.0
"Sometimes I think gravity may be death in disguise. Other times I think gravity is love, which is why love's only demand is that we fall."
It's 4 am, I just finished this book and honestly? I'm speechless. Going into it, I wasn't quite sure what I was expecting, but I certainly didn't expect to get as invested in Henry's story as I did. I loved absolutely everything about this - the characters, the relationships, everything. This is such a beautifully written book that will suck you in and really get you thinking about if anything ever really matters in the grand scheme of the universe. This is definitely one of the easiest 5 stars I've given, ever.
It's 4 am, I just finished this book and honestly? I'm speechless. Going into it, I wasn't quite sure what I was expecting, but I certainly didn't expect to get as invested in Henry's story as I did. I loved absolutely everything about this - the characters, the relationships, everything. This is such a beautifully written book that will suck you in and really get you thinking about if anything ever really matters in the grand scheme of the universe. This is definitely one of the easiest 5 stars I've given, ever.
lunchmoneymomo's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
dorayanki's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
started reading this book as i thought the book was about ants (and i love them), only to find out it was spaced-themed and so much more.
it showed a boy trying to survive in a somewhat dysfunctional family, dealing with the loss of his boyfriend and best friend, having a messed up family and being taunted in school. the concept of loss and being at rock bottom to not want to save earth even with a push of a button hits way too close home to me. i genuinely enjoyed this book.
however, i think i will always be curious to know if the aliens were part of henry’s hallucination. the book mentioned that he has not experienced any episodes of abductions after thanksgiving, but this was also way before he was checked into an inpatient psychiatric facility. but i guess we will never know, unless there is a epilogue to this book
it showed a boy trying to survive in a somewhat dysfunctional family, dealing with the loss of his boyfriend and best friend, having a messed up family and being taunted in school. the concept of loss and being at rock bottom to not want to save earth even with a push of a button hits way too close home to me. i genuinely enjoyed this book.
however, i think i will always be curious to know if the aliens were part of henry’s hallucination. the book mentioned that he has not experienced any episodes of abductions after thanksgiving, but this was also way before he was checked into an inpatient psychiatric facility. but i guess we will never know, unless there is a epilogue to this book
jpanslabyrinthofbooks's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Teenage angst combined with aliens...truly, what more could you ask for, dare I say?
We follow our protagonist as he juggles adolescent hormones with abductions from 'The Sluggers'; an alien race who have given him the choice of pressing the big red button. Space Boy must determine whether the Earth is worth saving in 144 days, or whether the planet should fall to its demise through natural cause or intervention. As someone who is bullied for their obnoxious behaviour - announcing to the school their abductions - and coming to terms with the loss of their beloved, Henry is certain that he will NEVER trigger the button. But with the indefinite relationship with their perpetual hook-up, a best friend that is determined to reconnect, and a transfer student, Henry will have to weigh up the pros and cons of the universe.
What I truly enjoyed about this book is the unknowing of whether 'The Sluggers' are a hallucinatory aspect, or whether Henry is genuinely abducted. The blackouts and belief that they can control their destiny could be a reflection on the state of their mental health, or invasive thoughts leading to the compromise of their well being. The sheer navigation of home life, school, lost lives, alien abductions, and a deteriorating mental health was both refreshing, invigorating, and informative.
Its hard to summarise a book that essentially throws the main character from sign post to sign post of traumatising events, still trying to maintain a positive outlook. The plot is driven thoroughly by Henry and his change in character as he rekindles a lost friendship with Audrey, attempts to fall in love whilst grieving the loss of Jesse, and dealing with a drunken mother, lack of father, and a Grandmother waiting to go to a nursing home. But through all of the adversity, Henry is given this choice and needs to weigh their options carefully.
We follow our protagonist as he juggles adolescent hormones with abductions from 'The Sluggers'; an alien race who have given him the choice of pressing the big red button. Space Boy must determine whether the Earth is worth saving in 144 days, or whether the planet should fall to its demise through natural cause or intervention. As someone who is bullied for their obnoxious behaviour - announcing to the school their abductions - and coming to terms with the loss of their beloved, Henry is certain that he will NEVER trigger the button. But with the indefinite relationship with their perpetual hook-up, a best friend that is determined to reconnect, and a transfer student, Henry will have to weigh up the pros and cons of the universe.
What I truly enjoyed about this book is the unknowing of whether 'The Sluggers' are a hallucinatory aspect, or whether Henry is genuinely abducted. The blackouts and belief that they can control their destiny could be a reflection on the state of their mental health, or invasive thoughts leading to the compromise of their well being. The sheer navigation of home life, school, lost lives, alien abductions, and a deteriorating mental health was both refreshing, invigorating, and informative.
Its hard to summarise a book that essentially throws the main character from sign post to sign post of traumatising events, still trying to maintain a positive outlook. The plot is driven thoroughly by Henry and his change in character as he rekindles a lost friendship with Audrey, attempts to fall in love whilst grieving the loss of Jesse, and dealing with a drunken mother, lack of father, and a Grandmother waiting to go to a nursing home. But through all of the adversity, Henry is given this choice and needs to weigh their options carefully.
t0rixoxo's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
i was very close to dnfing this book. the first few chapters were full of references to anuses and butts and i honestly couldnt take it. i think the author was just trying to depict a teenage boy’s mind, but it just came off as kind of weird. but once he stopped with the weird sphincter references, the book became much more bearable and i was actually fully invested!
this book is about a teen boy named henry trying to figure out if he should press a button that prevents the end of the world. however, he struggles with the decision as his life is pretty sucky. his boyfriend committed suicide, hes hooking up with his bully, and his family is dysfunctional and chaotic.
i love the concept and the author does a wonderful job of executing it. it deals with many philosophical/existential questions in a simple way that the average reader can understand.
the only reason i didnt give this book five stars is the issue i mentioned in the beginning. overall, this was a fantastic book!
this book is about a teen boy named henry trying to figure out if he should press a button that prevents the end of the world. however, he struggles with the decision as his life is pretty sucky. his boyfriend committed suicide, hes hooking up with his bully, and his family is dysfunctional and chaotic.
i love the concept and the author does a wonderful job of executing it. it deals with many philosophical/existential questions in a simple way that the average reader can understand.
the only reason i didnt give this book five stars is the issue i mentioned in the beginning. overall, this was a fantastic book!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness, Sexual assault, Suicidal thoughts, Miscarriage, Bullying, Toxic relationship, and Suicide
Moderate: Homophobia, Kidnapping, Pregnancy, and Alcoholism
ashleygee's review
dark
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
phoenixknight's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
majaluciabekker13's review against another edition
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75