Additional Reviews:
King Dork
By: Frank Portman
Recommended by:
Chris R.
Plot:
A troubled teenage boy attempting to get through high school while
dealing with the mysterious death of his father, avoiding daily beatings,
dealing with his crappy rock band, and attempts at getting girls.
Why read? For those who enjoyed the Catcher in the Rye King Dork will be an enjoyable book for you. Throughout the story the same train of thought type writing was used, just like in the Catcher in the Rye. This story also focuses on a troubled teenager who is having problems just dealing with daily life. King Dork even mentions the Catcher in the Rye frequently throughout the story, commenting on aspects of the book that he disagreed with. What I also enjoyed about this book is that there are a lot of clever twists throughout the book that you would never have seen coming. Lastly the book contains a lot of clever humor and situations that the average teenager is able to relate to.
Reviewer’s note: If you enjoy a comical, clever book about the teenage way of life then you would probably want to get King Dork.
Recommended
by: Carrie W.
Plot: Growing up as a
teenager, Tom Henderson is forced to deal with many situations including
being the “King Dork” in high school, getting along with his family, and
living with the mystery of his father’s death. Tom is a student at Hillmont
High, who hates The Catcher in the Rye and is really into music. The novel
follows the hilarious and interesting events that occur during Tom’s high
school year, as well as his effort to put the pieces together regarding his
father’s mysterious death. He shares his random thoughts and opinions about
girls, cliques, his eccentric stepfather, and band music. King Dork keeps
readers laughing at Tom’s random thoughts, actions, and decisions.
Why read?
As students in high school, it is easy to relate with Tom and
to feel sympathy for him during the many situations he finds himself in.
Tom’s humorous random thoughts and interesting outlooks on certain aspects
of life will surely keep you interested. By following Tom Henderson’s stream
of consciousness, King Dork‘s unique style makes this book a one of a kind
novel.