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Little Boy Lost (The Librarian #1)
by
Eric Hobbs (Goodreads Author)
Wesley Bates thinks his life pretty much sucks. He's landed at the bottom of his school's popularity ladder, and bully Randy Stanford seems to be waiting around every corner.
The troubled teen thinks he's found a way to escape his real-world problems when he stumbles upon strange doorways in Astoria's local library that seem to lead into the extraordinary worlds from all hi...more
The troubled teen thinks he's found a way to escape his real-world problems when he stumbles upon strange doorways in Astoria's local library that seem to lead into the extraordinary worlds from all hi...more
Kindle Edition, 131 pages
Published
(first published September 30th 2011)
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Wesley is the class nerd. He is good at writing and loves books, so when his class takes a field trip to the ancient library in town, he is excited to go. He prepares an essay for the contest to be judged by the ancient curator, which is promptly confiscated by the class bully. While exploring the library with his friend Taylor, the two happen upon a terrified wild boy who seems to be straight out of a children's book. Things only get stranger from there.
I thought this was a fantastic book. Havi...more
I thought this was a fantastic book. Havi...more
An introverted, bookwormish boy goes on a class field trip to the local library, an unusual building not unlike a castle, complete with a mysterious past. The class bully picks on him en route, and takes his short story - an extra credit assignment and entry to a contest at the library. The story follows his adventure in the library and also the larger story of the library and librarian, the threat of demolition and the impact of books upon the world. This is the first volume in a projected seri...more
For a children's story, this was top-notch. A group of students take a field trip to the library; but this isn't just an ordinary library. The building looks like something out of King Arthur & there are amazing & unexplainable happenings going on.
(No plot rehashes, just thoughts) Wesley, a bookish, picked on kid, & his friend Taylor get the adventure their lives, meeting up with come to life versions of characters from well known works in children's literature. (Peter Pan, Wizard of...more
(No plot rehashes, just thoughts) Wesley, a bookish, picked on kid, & his friend Taylor get the adventure their lives, meeting up with come to life versions of characters from well known works in children's literature. (Peter Pan, Wizard of...more
This is definitely a page turner. I downloaded the book yesterday and I finished the book this morning. I really enjoyed Wesley, the main character. I can definitely relate to Wesley because I was bullied as a child and as an educator I see students bullied all the time. Children who have been bullied will be able to relate to Wesley. The relationship that Wesley has with Taylor reminds me of the relationship Harry Potter had with Hermione. The characters are realistic and I love the way Eric Ho...more
I picked this book and book 2 of the series for free as an Amazon deal. The premise is interesting - a couple of middle schoolers are able to enter the world of the Wizard of Oz through an old library, and in the process they not only change the Oz story, but their own world. I felt that the writing may have needed more editing because it was a bit wooden at times. I got a pretty good feel for Wesley and Taylor as characters, but at the same time they did not always seem to be acting in characte...more
Wesley is the class nerd. And his best friend Taylor is a spunky girl. He writes an essay for a contest to be judged by the libray curator which is taken and submitted by the school bully. The Library is to be torn down for a new shopping center. The Librarian chose the essay Wesley had writtenas the winning essay. Wesley is heart broken. While Wesley and Taylor explore the library they met a strange boy. Their adventures begin as they travel into the world of books.
This was a great story and o...more
This was a great story and o...more
Review first published on my blog: http://memoriesfrombooks.blogspot.com...
The Librarian, Book 1: Little Boy Lost is the start of a delightful new series for children. The main character is Wesley, a young man who is a good student, an avid reader, a compelling writer and the target of the school bully. The bully is Randy. Wesley does have one friend, Taylor. The "Librarian" is the caretaker of the Astoria library, which, of course, is the place of legends and magic.
Based on the author's letter...more
The Librarian, Book 1: Little Boy Lost is the start of a delightful new series for children. The main character is Wesley, a young man who is a good student, an avid reader, a compelling writer and the target of the school bully. The bully is Randy. Wesley does have one friend, Taylor. The "Librarian" is the caretaker of the Astoria library, which, of course, is the place of legends and magic.
Based on the author's letter...more
I would have given this one 3.5 stars if I was able to.
The story is about two friends who go on a class excursion to an old library. The library has been put on the demolition list and is due to be bulldozed to make room for a shopping centre. Whilst at the library strange things start to happen, which include characters from Peter Pan and the Wizard of Oz.
The book is for younger readers, but there is some swearing and minor violence in it.
I enjoyed the story, it was interesting. The main chara...more
The story is about two friends who go on a class excursion to an old library. The library has been put on the demolition list and is due to be bulldozed to make room for a shopping centre. Whilst at the library strange things start to happen, which include characters from Peter Pan and the Wizard of Oz.
The book is for younger readers, but there is some swearing and minor violence in it.
I enjoyed the story, it was interesting. The main chara...more
This book is definitely a set up. It ends in such a way that I will simply have to read the sequel, which is fine with me because I enjoyed Book One, and I'd like to continue with the series. Granted, the premise is somewhat similar to that of The Pagemaster, but again, I don't mind because I like the idea of classic literary characters coming to life. Yes, The Librarian contains an obvious lesson about standing up to bullies, but that, to my mind, is a message that more kids need to get, so aga...more
I'm hard pressed to say exactly what I think of this book. The plot was spot-on and right up my aisle. I loved the idea of being able to visit different books, and even - ala "The Eyre Affair" - influence the plot enough to change endings.
I wasn't too impressed by the writing though. It seemed unfinished somehow. Had this been a draft, I would have said it had great potential, but I think the editors did Eric Hobbs a disservice by not getting him to polish it off properly.
So 4 stars for the plot...more
I wasn't too impressed by the writing though. It seemed unfinished somehow. Had this been a draft, I would have said it had great potential, but I think the editors did Eric Hobbs a disservice by not getting him to polish it off properly.
So 4 stars for the plot...more
Imagine a library that led you to places that only books have dared to go. Visit the yellow brick road from Oz, see Neverland in person, but what if you did something to change these stories while happily hopping along. Would it change the course of all stories related to the original? Wesley and Taylor find out the hard way the answers to these questions.
I thought this was a great opening to a series that can only grow with time, it could even encourage those who have never read the original s...more
I thought this was a great opening to a series that can only grow with time, it could even encourage those who have never read the original s...more
I really enjoyed this book . As a grandma I am always looking for books my grandkids can read. I especially like books about the magic of all books. You can go anywhere and do anything through the pages of a good book. Wesley is bullied in school but upon entering a magical libray and stepping into a book he finds strengths. This book would be good for reluctant readers and experienced readers as well. They will be encouraged to open the pages of Peter Pan or The Wizard of Oz. I can not wait to...more
I love the premise, largely because it's very similar to The Pagemaster, and I adore The Pagemaster. Children getting sucked into the world of books, encountering their favorite literary characters, saving the world of stories... magical. Why didn't that ever happen to me in the library as a kid?
The story could be more well-executed, but it has a lot of promise. Some character stereotyping, but not terrible. A little bit of telling instead of showing, also something that will hopefully improve a...more
The story could be more well-executed, but it has a lot of promise. Some character stereotyping, but not terrible. A little bit of telling instead of showing, also something that will hopefully improve a...more
Oct 28, 2012
Stephanie (Once Upon a Chapter)
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First of all, you know as a reader that you are going to be a little biased toward any kind of story that is set around books. There is also an old library in the story. In my mind I pictured it a little bit like the library from The Pagemaster. This library has big carved panels depicting some of the more well known scenes from classics such as The Wizard of Oz and Peter Pan. It also has displays in front of each panel with items one might find in the world between the covers. We all know that...more
It is a very well told story. I got lost in the story and was sorry to see it end. Can't wait to read the next book.
Wesley is bullied a lot from Randy. Taylor his friend is always standing up for him.
On a field trip to the Library weird things happen and they get pulled into a story. Wesley learns some important lessons.
great book who wouldn't like to visit some favorite scenes of a favorite book.
Highly recommend the book. I was given this ebook from librarythings in exchange for honest review.
Wesley is bullied a lot from Randy. Taylor his friend is always standing up for him.
On a field trip to the Library weird things happen and they get pulled into a story. Wesley learns some important lessons.
great book who wouldn't like to visit some favorite scenes of a favorite book.
Highly recommend the book. I was given this ebook from librarythings in exchange for honest review.
I rounded up from 2.5 stars because it really had some great elements, but there were definitely things about this book I didn't enjoy so much.
The story focuses on Wesley and his problems being bullied, and overall lack of self-confidence. This story plays to his strengths and lets him grow. The book has lots of little feel good moments: old and new friendships, believing in oneself, etc. Not to mention the magic! It also has some humorous moments, and I found the super short sentence long chapt...more
The story focuses on Wesley and his problems being bullied, and overall lack of self-confidence. This story plays to his strengths and lets him grow. The book has lots of little feel good moments: old and new friendships, believing in oneself, etc. Not to mention the magic! It also has some humorous moments, and I found the super short sentence long chapt...more
A truly enjoyable book, well written and a great story. I really would love to visit this Library. I have not read all the classics listed in this book, but am familiar with them and think it would be great fun to step into the pages.. If we could only visit our favorite books like this. I'm sure young readers will love this book, very engaging.
I'm looking forward to the next book in the series, I must find out what happens to Oz.
I'm looking forward to the next book in the series, I must find out what happens to Oz.
Some of my favorite books are about the magical world of books and libraries. Inkheart and Endymion Spring rank high on my lists. This book obviously leaves room for sequels and I can not wait to see where this series goes. A couple friends enter a huge old library and end up in the Wizard of Oz.. They make a small change unaware that it will change the book for future readers. And just how that changes leaves you waiting for more. I especially like the author is starting a reading club for kids...more
I don't recall why I picked up this free read from Amazon. I'm glad I did, though.
It's definitely a children's book. It's a fun adventurous story of a little boy that is bullied, but he manages to help a storybook friend he makes.
The idea of the paintings being a portal was just wonderful!! I really loved this novel. So much so, that my younger children are now reading it and we are looking forward to the next one.
It's definitely a children's book. It's a fun adventurous story of a little boy that is bullied, but he manages to help a storybook friend he makes.
The idea of the paintings being a portal was just wonderful!! I really loved this novel. So much so, that my younger children are now reading it and we are looking forward to the next one.
I really enjoyed this book. I think my daughter will too, at least I hope. It's about a boy Wesley who goes on a field trip with his class to the library. There the adventure begins, this library has some powerful secrets and right when you really start to get into the story and feel like somethings are going to be explained, the book ends. It did feel a little short but it was a very good beginning.
I enjoyed the overall story, but the book could have been improved with a more critical editor. There were a couple of times while reading the story that I wondered if I had actually missed a page. Additionally the main characters could have been more fully fleshed out. Overall, it was a good introduction to a promising series and I look forward to the next book.
Excellent book. This story is fast paced and full of excitement. It's a great read for an adult and an outstanding read for a teen or kid. The idea of these everyday kids getting to explore storybook worlds is awesome. And the added bonus is how the writer makes you want to run out and read the original stories! I am gonna pray he writes more.
Not a bad little fantasy / "lost in a book" sort of book for kids, but not exceptional either.
I felt it could have used some polishing - the writing was competent enough, but the occasional awkward phrasing and head-hopping got a little distracting at times. I think I'd have liked it better at age ten than age thirty-six, though.
I felt it could have used some polishing - the writing was competent enough, but the occasional awkward phrasing and head-hopping got a little distracting at times. I think I'd have liked it better at age ten than age thirty-six, though.
Loved the book and so glad its going to be a series.
I started this with my nephew. He and I loved it. Imagine that a library was not just a library but a portal to all the books you love. That's what happens to Wes and Taylor. They meet Locke from Peter Pan and the Tin Man from the Wizard of Oz.
We cant wait to find out what happens.
I started this with my nephew. He and I loved it. Imagine that a library was not just a library but a portal to all the books you love. That's what happens to Wes and Taylor. They meet Locke from Peter Pan and the Tin Man from the Wizard of Oz.
We cant wait to find out what happens.
Really enjoyed this story. Loved the magical library, the boy perspective, The Wizard of Oz element. It was very attention getting and original. I got to the end to the....TO BE CONTINUED and was very happy I had picked up the 2nd book for free when i picked up the first. Great for adults and children
I felt like this started out a little rough, with mild "the author hasn't gotten over his childhood" bullying, but that went away quickly as the story took shape, and the bulk of it was a really solid, enjoyable adventure story. It looks to be a highly promising series; I'm looking forward to reading the rest.
The librarian is an extremely cute book. Wes and Tay go to the museum in their small town with their class. From the moment they step inside the adventures begin to happen. They are drawn into two children's books that all readers will recognize. It is a great book for grades 4-8.
The Librarian is a good start to a new series. Although there was some stereotyping of the characters there is room for them to grow and change as the series progresses. Hopefully these books will induce people to read some of the classics that are featured in the stories.
really good young adult/kid book. it kind of brings back all those wild ideas from your childhood of other universes and the classic fairy tales being real. the writing was really good and descriptive but i feel like the voice of the characters wasn't consistent throughout the story.
I completely enjoyed this book!!! And I am dying to find out where this story goes!!! Great book with lots of humor, action and suspense. Great thoughts on a long series!!! Would looooovvveeee to read more???? HINT HINT..... I thought it was very easy to read, and alot of fun to read. very descriptive, and more of a huge recommending book!!! Definately a must read!!!!
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