Boy A by Jonathan Trigell

248 pages first pub 2004 (editions)

fiction contemporary crime young adult challenging dark reflective slow-paced
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A is for Apple. A bad apple. Jack has spent most of his life in juvenile institutions; he's about to be released with a new name, new job, and a new life. At 24, he is utterly innocent of the world, yet guilty of a monstrous childhood crime. To hi...

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Community Reviews Summary of 202 reviews

Moods

dark 87%
sad 50%
challenging 37%
emotional 37%
reflective 37%
tense 25%
hopeful 12%
mysterious 12%

Pace

medium 62%
fast 25%
slow 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 62% | Character: 37%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 37% | No: 12%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 75% | No: 12% | Yes: 12%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 75% | N/A: 12% | Yes: 12%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 87% | It's complicated: 12%

Average rating

3.75

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