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Violence 101 Denis Author on Oct142010 Hardcover Violence 101 VIOLENCE 101 by Wright Books
One one side, this book was very fascinating. I have never encountered a protagonist like Hamish Graham, and his delving into his mind made me pay attention and ponder. The writing was pretty good; Wright did a decent job of sounding like a smart 14-year old. However, I can't decide whether I felt sorry for Hamish or couldn't stand him. Maybe a bit of both, because for a kid as logical as he is, he truly believes that he is doing the correct thing. Note I said "correct", not right.However this kid is brutal and sadistically so, though not in his opinion. Some of his stories made me cringe, to the point where my friends asked me if I was having a stroke (not funny, it does happen to someone he plays a trick on). Hamish is incredibly arrogant, more than any character I've ever encountered. That annoys me a ton, because he is so smart FOR HIS AGE, that he reeks of ignorance almost as much as he does intelligence.
Give this book a read, especially if you are a thinker. Its a lot better than the rating would indicate, but I gave it a 2.5 because I wouldn't read it again. It was good, but way too disturbing, and its not the type of book I would go back to, though I'm glad I read it once. Also, make sure you have good self-control, because Hamish's prose may make you want to break something,
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Violence 101 Denis Author on Oct142010 Hardcover Violence 101 VIOLENCE 101 by Wright Books Reviews
Hamish is a very smart boy, who happens to have very violent tendencies. New Horizons is his third home for violent offenders. On his first day he viciously attacks one of the top dogs of this new home. This establishes him as some one not to mess with. This story is his story. Told in alternating viewpoints between Hamish's journal and a third person narration this tale is one of a boy who is too smart and too violent for his own good.
This is going to be a hard review to write, because even still a little over a week after reading this, I'm not sure what my overall opinion of this book is. I thought it was a beautiful and intriguing look into the mind of an intelligent but violent child. Hamish Graham has the mind of a serial killer, honestly. He thinks things through very logically, but his logic concludes that he is making the right choices. Who is to say that in the grand scheme of things he isn't? This book is not for the squeamish. Some parts were horrifyingly disturbing and it was so strange thinking that these actions were that of a young boy. It was also really interesting reading how Hamish can self-analyze his actions and realize that some of his choices were probably not the best ones. There were a couple of editing mistakes that irked me, but they happen I guess. Some of the New Zealand slang I didn't know, but luckily there is a glossary in the back. If you are really into reading about the human psyche then make sure you pick up this book. It was very, very interesting and I am glad I read it even if it was disturbing. I did hate the ending though. It was out of character and unrealistic. I was okay with Hamish deciding to climb a mountain, but the heroics were just over the top. If you read it I'm sure you'll know what I mean. Other than the end though this was an interesting novel and perfect if you are fascinated by the subject matter. Although I did like it I doubt I will read it again, it's not a light read and it stays with you long after you've finished.
First Line
"The management staff of Manukau New Horizons Boys' Home waited in a cramped office and fidgeted."
Favorite Line
"Mind you, if I was a judge, I think I would probably ban me from owning pets too."
Past My thirteen-year-old daughter came home with this book today and as soon as it said it was set in Manukau I knew I was going to read it, because my books are set in the same part of Auckland. It also follows very troubled teenagers and tackles other issues relating to this locale.
Present Although I did enjoy this book, I'm obviously not the target audience as this is clearly written with teenagers in mind. Unlike some of the reviews I saw on Goodreads, I didn't find it harsh or intense at all, but instead rather tame. But this is because it has to be due to the age group in mind, which I'd set for 12-16 year olds. This is not only because of the main character's age, but also in relation to the learning aspects seen in the main character's fascination with certain historical figures such as Alexander the Great, Charles Upham, and so forth. Although I liked this, at times it was slightly too much, taking me out of the story on the occasion where the character's fascination was overrun with the author's desire to teach. But, then again, my daughter bought this at school, so one has to keep in mind "Violence 101" isn't just a story but also a lesson for its target audience.
In relation to the main character, I found him quite interesting. Hamish Green, is psychologically up the whop, his detached demeanour and violent tendancies making him a fascinating read. He's not like the average boy in this type of modern day borstal. He's been brought up by average, but caring parents, and nothing in his past shows why he's so violently inclined. Instead, it's inherent in his character. And it was because of him that I read to the end, along with the location.
I think the story was mainly character driven as the plot was not strong. And, with the exception of Victor turning up, the ending was largely predictable. Additionally, there was a bit of head-hopping in the last part on the mountains, which also weakend this section. If this head-hopping was done throughout the book, then maybe it would've been alright, but it popped up suddenly and was a distraction from the story.
But given all this, I still liked the book, and I don't think teenagers will pull up the same points as I would. Instead, my review is more relevant for adult readers. I think my daughter will like the historical aspects as she also likes Alexander the Great and Charles Upham. So, hopefully she will review it too.
In relation to the rating, I decided on a 3 to a 3 1/2, as I liked the ideas in the book, but unlike my favourite stories I could put it down.
One one side, this book was very fascinating. I have never encountered a protagonist like Hamish Graham, and his delving into his mind made me pay attention and ponder. The writing was pretty good; Wright did a decent job of sounding like a smart 14-year old. However, I can't decide whether I felt sorry for Hamish or couldn't stand him. Maybe a bit of both, because for a kid as logical as he is, he truly believes that he is doing the correct thing. Note I said "correct", not right.
However this kid is brutal and sadistically so, though not in his opinion. Some of his stories made me cringe, to the point where my friends asked me if I was having a stroke (not funny, it does happen to someone he plays a trick on). Hamish is incredibly arrogant, more than any character I've ever encountered. That annoys me a ton, because he is so smart FOR HIS AGE, that he reeks of ignorance almost as much as he does intelligence.
Give this book a read, especially if you are a thinker. Its a lot better than the rating would indicate, but I gave it a 2.5 because I wouldn't read it again. It was good, but way too disturbing, and its not the type of book I would go back to, though I'm glad I read it once. Also, make sure you have good self-control, because Hamish's prose may make you want to break something,
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