The Patterns of Paper Monsters

I randomly came across this one so didn't have too many preconceived notions about the content. I will say I found it hard to put down! I really liked the journal entry style and the character development of Jacob. However, I had to knock off a couple stars for lack of development of the other chara......more

"So here's this variety of nice guy. Here's the prototype of a good person. But I still don't really understand what the like, undertow of his intentions is; what everything he does is based on. Is it the desire to minimize pain? To find happiness? Or to be helpful? Is he adding to something or t......more

This isn't the type of book that I would normally read, but I'm still glad that I did. At first I was confused as to why Jacob was in the JDC; it was hard to relate to him. I liked the fact that there was no romance involved, it wouldn't have been 'right' to put him and Andrea together for some reas......more

Overall, the book was an easy read that kept me entertained. If you're looking for a book to read in spurts over a long period of time, this is not a bad choice. The story has some key factors you need to remember, but there aren't too many pieces you need to look into in order to feel like you unde......more

Hmmm..I really liked the tone in this book. I enjoyed the humor and Jacob's views on things. I also liked how descriptive Rathbone is of the juvenile center. However, there were many points where I almost fell asleep. I didn't really get into it and felt that mostly it was lacking in plot.......more