What is the books that you would recomand for a teenage boy?

Answer 1

Visitors by bob Chapman, it doesn't matter what age he is he'll like it

Answer 2

Vision Quest by Terry Davis

When it was first published I reviewed it for a teacher's journal.

As I remember, on the surface it imitates a hard-nosed realistic style, determined to show what high-school sports are really like, what first sex, first love, is really like, what it's really like to live the life of a--Ok, I'll use your term--"lost soul."

But beneath the surface, I think a "romantic" style impinged on this account of growing up--NOT school-girl "romantic," or Danielle-Steele "romantic," but the real romanticism of, say, a Keats or Thoreau or Whitman (negative capability). Maybe "insightful" would be a better term than "romantic."

The elements of the plot that I remember fitting in with this style were the other-worldly aspect of training for wrestling, his relationship with his artist/lover, the influence of the English teacher, and especially some allusion to Native American "visionary" experience. The title itself, especially the use of the medieval word, "quest," from the very beginning points the reader toward an "insightful" or "soulful" style.

OK. I just found his website. See below. Interesting. His influence on Chris Crutcher is obvious. In his foreword to the new edition of VQ,

Crutcher describes it as a "tough, funny, gritty, wise tale," "transcending the backdrop of the high school wrestling scene."

I have always thought that the author whose style
Davis's most resembled was Evan Hunter, when he wrote under that name, especially in the novel Last Summer (1968).]

Answer 3

All Quiet on the Western Front -- Remarque
The Yearling
My Friend Flicka
Growing Up
Travels with Charley
Fahrenheit 451 -- Bradbury

Answer 4

There's a new medieval fantasy series in hardcover that you might like. The title of the first episode is THE BLACKGLOOM BOUNTY. It's 445 pages of action, adventure, magic, mystery and mayhem. If you're a fan of Conan, LOTR or Wheel books, this is one you'll enjoy. A Hollywood producer said it was, "Like Braveheart meets Lord of the Rings." (See other comments & reviews below.)

Publishers Weekly said in a rare STARRED Review:

"A fast pace, sly humor, amusing dialogue and a richly researched background lift Baxley's fantasy, the first of a new series set in medieval Britain. When Merlin's long-ago apprentice Kruzurk Makshare (aka the Boozer) receives a dreamlike visitation from the legendary mage, he learns he must destroy another former apprentice, the villainous Seed of Cerberus. To do so will require a visit to the demon-guarded Blackgloom Keep. Enter young Daynin McKinnon, who discovers a curious rune-covered headstone, which may be the fabled Blackgloom Bounty, and brings it to Kruz's attention. Kruz believes it will provide entry into the fortress, while Daynin hopes the sale of the stone will restore his family's fortunes. The colorful cast of good guys and ne'er-do-wells includes the Pictish ghost of Brude McAlpin liberated from his tomb, assorted pursuing Caledonians and a bemused Prior Bede, whose monastery serves as a hiding place for the Blackgloom Bounty. Suitable for fantasy enthusiasts of all ages."

Library Journal said:
"This series opener...is a good choice for fans of epic-style sagas and Scottish history."

Harriet Klausner, Amazon's #1 Ranked Reviewer said:
"This terrific medieval fantasy...will elate readers for its fast-paced, action-thrilled story line starring a strong cast."

Nancy McCulloch, PRWEB Article:
"Two thumbs up for a colorful cast of characters, nonstop, rapid-fire action and compelling storyline!"

Fantasybookspot.com Review:
"Taking place in Medieval Scotland, this tale of magic, adventure and love really captured my attention..."

Blackgloom @ Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1594144...

Online excerpts:
http://the-blackgloom-bounty.blogspot.com/

Answer 5

Visitors, Fabulous book

Answer 6

Visitors

Answer 7

Do you know what?

Eragon Elder are good,

Why not gethim books that inspired famous movies?

Crash
Broke Back mountain
Exorcist
Legion (exorcist 3)
Devil wears prada

etc,

The hobbit by jrr tolkein is nice

Answer 8

I read the Lord of the Rings trilogy when I was a young teen, and loved it!! He could start with the Hobbit. The Narnia series is also great!!

Answer 9

The Catcher in the Rye- J.D. Salinger. Amazon made a good choice!!!

Answer 10

My son isn't a big reader but he loved Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson books. I see there is a third coming out. He'll be thrilled!

Answer 11

I would also recommend Eragon. I think that it is a really interesting book even if you don't like to read. My brother enjoys them very much, even though there are only a few different series that he likes.