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You know something? I honestly can't think of anything I didn't like about Shelter. From the dialogue to the emotions expressed by Mickey, from the investigation to the hint of a massive conspiracy - it was all superb. And man! That cliffhanger! It feels a long, long time to the next novel in the series. This is sharp, dangerous, funny and, above all, vital reading. It is a masterpiece of a thriller story for Young Adults. Buy Shelter immediately, you won't regret it. FLOOR TO CEILING BOOKS It's a cracking read - I'm a bit of a sucker for noir set in the high school environment... A great place for younger readers to discover the wonderful suburban crime dramas of Mr Coben and, for those who know what to expect, another great read to add to their growing collection. Can't wait for the next one in the Mickey Bolitar series. High scoring stuff indeed. BOOKS AND WRITERS the ending is spine-tingling and shocking, which bodes well for the next book! Shelter is a gripping little thriller than should be bought and read as soon as possible, regardless of the reader's age. Superb. ALTERNATIVE MAGAZINE ONLINE Shelter is a cleverly plotted mystery that leaves you wanting more. I read it in one sitting. It was compulsive NATE CLASSROOM Interwoven with the comedy and crime are poignant observations about family and friends that make this teen crime debut for Harlan Coben something extra special. Highly recommended. THE BOOKBAG There's plenty of action here, some understated, sly, secretly plotted and some roistering and rumbustious and all deep within a world of gangsters, organised crime and criminal deception. BOOKS FOR KEEPS 20111101 A gripping read. CAROUSEL
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A young adult debut from internationally bestselling author Harlan Coben
Mickey Bolitar's year can't get much worse. After witnessing his father's death and sending his mom to rehab, he's forced to live with his estranged uncle Myron and switch high schools.
A new school comes with new friends and new enemies, and lucky for Mickey, it also comes with a great new girlfriend, Ashley. For a while, it seems like Mickey's train-wreck of a life is finally improving - until Ashley vanishes without a trace. Unwilling to let another person walk out of his life, Mickey follows Ashley's trail into a seedy underworld that reveals that this seemingly sweet, shy girl isn't who she claimed to be. And neither was Mickey's father. Soon, Mickey learns about a conspiracy so shocking that it makes high school drama seem like a luxury - and leaves him questioning everything about the life he thought he knew.
First introduced to readers in Harlan Coben's latest adult novel, Live Wire, Mickey Bolitar is as quick-witted and clever as his uncle Myron, and eager to go to any length to save the people he cares about. With this new series, Coben introduces an entirely new generation of fans to the masterful plotting and wry humor that have made him an award-winning, internationally bestselling, and beloved author.
Follow Mickey Bolitar on his next adventure in Seconds Away, coming out in Fall 2012!
Mickey Bolitar's year can't get much worse. After witnessing his father's death and sending his mom to rehab, he's forced to live with his estranged uncle Myron and switch high schools.
A new school comes with new friends and new enemies, and lucky for Mickey, it also comes with a great new girlfriend, Ashley. For a while, it seems like Mickey's train-wreck of a life is finally improving - until Ashley vanishes without a trace. Unwilling to let another person walk out of his life, Mickey follows Ashley's trail into a seedy underworld that reveals that this seemingly sweet, shy girl isn't who she claimed to be. And neither was Mickey's father. Soon, Mickey learns about a conspiracy so shocking that it makes high school drama seem like a luxury - and leaves him questioning everything about the life he thought he knew.
First introduced to readers in Harlan Coben's latest adult novel, Live Wire, Mickey Bolitar is as quick-witted and clever as his uncle Myron, and eager to go to any length to save the people he cares about. With this new series, Coben introduces an entirely new generation of fans to the masterful plotting and wry humor that have made him an award-winning, internationally bestselling, and beloved author.
Follow Mickey Bolitar on his next adventure in Seconds Away, coming out in Fall 2012!
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Fantastic Book,
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This review is from: Shelter: A Mickey Bolitar Novel (Hardcover)
Great book keeps you guessing the whole time, I can't wait for the next book in this series!I am a huge fan of the Myron Bolitar series and this book/series is a nice compliment to it.
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3.4 out of 5 stars (100 customer reviews) 43 of 51 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Mystery lovers of all ages should enjoy,
By Philly gal "phillygal" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Shelter: A Mickey Bolitar Novel (Hardcover)
Shelter is published as a teen novel, but I thought it was a pretty good adult read. Harlen Coben introduced Mickey Bolitar in Live Wire and now gives him his own story. He is a bright, energetic, high school student who is having a really bad year. He has witnessed his father's death and is now dealing with his mother's drug addiction. Forced to live with his uncle Myron he starts the school term by meeting an enchanting girl, Ashley, who quickly becomes his girlfriend. Just as quickly she goes missing without a trace. Working with some quirky new friends he has made at school Mickey tries to find Ashley. He uncovers a conspiracy and along the way finds out some things that cause him to question his father's death.The writing is good, the wry humor that Coben is noted for is fully present and actually sounds realistic coming from a teenage boy. The plotting is also good; the action moves right along. I think this will be a successful series for Coben and will bring new young readers to the mystery genre. Mystery lovers of all ages should enjoy! 21 of 24 people found the following review helpful
1.0 out of 5 stars
Gimme a break,
By Henry E. Dorfman - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Shelter: A Mickey Bolitar Novel (Hardcover)
I went into this understanding the target market, but I'm a Coben addict and needed a fix. Besides, I was a huge fan of the Hardy Boys, Rick Brant, et al.The book opens with some new-kid-in-school clichés, with a few characters of similar stripe, but skillfully sets the stage with suspense. At this point, the plot flirts with improbability, but this is a work of fiction. If it had maintained that course, all would've turned out well. Unfortunately, the only line followed was wallowing in the banal stereotyping, while the plot veers off the road into a ditch of the inane. Mickey's worldly upbringing might explain some of his reasoning. But the rest is much more like a 41 year old instead of 14. As for his cohorts, you have two callow social outcasts, one embittered with the world, and a rich queen bee. Their concerns are going to extend beyond iPods and American Eagle to reach risking life and limb for a girl they hardly know? Not bloody likely. They're chomping at the bit to bust into a strip bar in the heart of Newark to take on a gang of professional thugs? I grew up in the area and ran with a reckless crew. And yet, extrapolating forward in time, we wouldn't have even driven through Newark at 90 mph in an armored Hummer with close air support to get backstage passes to a Lady Gaga concert. But these weenies are going to go commando against armed professional criminals to rescue a cypher. Right. The man in the black car, county law enforcement officer, etc. act with the same dearth of logic. Logistics don't even fit. As example, Mickey leaves Rachel's house for Newark with Myron in hot pursuit and aided by a tracker. And yet, Myron doesn't arrive until well after the action has concluded. On the other hand, Spoon isn't summoned until well into the raid and he shows up in time to save the day (and ahead of Myron). But wait. You haven't heard anything yet. The closing scene exemplifies the gaps in this work. Mickey is shown a photo of an SS officer, which has to be about circa 1945, and recognizes him as the man who recently pulled his father from a wreck and, presumably, orchestrated it. Say what? He saw a photo, which must be somewhat degraded, of a man of about 30 and immediately equates it to catching a glimpse of someone who's got to be about 95? And this relic, who has every reason in the world to lay low, is running around getting in the face of his pursuers and literally carrying them off? Give us a break. The ending is obviously intended to raise the subject of what will happen in the ensuing installment. But, the only question it poses is, who wrote this book? 17 of 22 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Harlan's new teen series is great for all ages!,
By Jessica Dennis - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Shelter: A Mickey Bolitar Novel (Hardcover)
I read this book this weekend and have been dying to review it. I loved it! Harlan Coben never really disappoints me, and this book stayed true to form. If you read his last book, Live Wire we were introduced to Myron's nephew Mickey. His father has just died and his mother is struggling with addiction. Mickey is forced to stay with Myron (against his wishes)while his mother works on getting clean. Mickey is definitely a chip off the old block- he is a younger version of Myron who gets into the same kinds of trouble. A friend of his from high school disappears and Mickey feels compelled to find her. During his search he makes friends with 2 social outcasts, is told that his father might not be dead after all (!!), solves a few old mysteries, and leaves us wanting more, more, more. This book is being billed as a teen novel, but it will appeal to readers of all ages. The story line is filled with the same clever lines that we all love from Myron, Mickey is a loveable teenager dealing with unimaginable circumstances, and the novel has has fun twists and turns that Harlan is known for. And this is obviously going to be a new series which thrills me! Hurry up Harlan, I really need to know what Mickey is in store for next. And while you're at it, please give me a new Myron Bolitar book- I'm needy!!
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