The kids have probably read everything in the house after being under lockdown so now is a great time to invest in some new books. If you have a teenage reader in the house who is looking for some new content, I have a new suggestion for you, Fly by Jacob Moore. This is an engrossing adventure story that mixes a strange alternate fantasy world with the difficult reality of just getting through the day as a teenager and is the first book in a new series.
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About the book
Fly by Jacob Moore is a wonderful read for any child aged 12+ that subtly incorporates ideas and techniques that teenagers can use in their everyday lives – from philosophy to mindfulness. The story follows Will, who is a normal 12-year-old boy. He dislikes school, doesn’t get good grades, thinks about girls, and dreams of escaping his ordinary life by flying away. He is totally unremarkable until he discovers he has special powers which he cannot control and does not yet understand.
With the guidance of his principal, who recognizes his gift, he joins three other ‘special’ classmates on a magical journey. They travel to a place where reality and time are fluid and change at any moment and they begin to learn how to control their powers for good. When confronted with an evil more powerful than they can imagine, the three classmates cannot escape and Will and his powers alone can save them.
But first he must learn to control his powers as he grows from a child into an adult. Until he can harness his unique abilities in this magical world, he cannot properly function in any reality and the evil only becomes stronger. The fate of his three classmates depends on whether he can let go of his childhood in time.
Thoughts on the book
I am a big fan of YA fiction, it is something that is growing on me over the years. One thing I do love about YA fiction is how we have the ability to explore different areas of our lives and see things from a new perspective. What I have found particularly interesting is how the book has been written by a teacher. First of all, the grammar is excellent. Second, if there is anyone who has seen the different side of a bunch of teenagers, it is a school teacher. The entire book is well written and worth a look, even if you are a grown-up yourself.
About the author
Author Jacob Moore is a former English teacher with a masters’ degree in adolescent development. He has studied, worked with and taught hundreds of young adults over the years.
“Growing up may be the hardest thing that we do in our lives. Through a fantasy adventure, rooted in real life, I explore my narrator’s battle to grow up and leave the comforts of childhood. It is hard to grow up, and it is up to those who have gone through the process to acknowledge and respect the process in a way that avoids pandering to the young.” – Jacob Moore