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Revolting Youth ##0.1
Revolting Youth: Episode 1
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Luko thought his life couldn’t get any worse after his
mothers death, and his father started to self-medicate with alcohol.
He was sadly wrong.
A classroom hatred between Shihid and Luko, takes a bitter twist when Shihid joins the army.
Luko’s life is ripped apart when the army enters his hometown, recruiting men to join their army.
When Luko’s father and best friend Aamar are taken...
Luko does the only thing he can do... One boy against an army.
Short story 6400 words.
Luko thought his life couldn’t get any worse after his
mothers death, and his father started to self-medicate with alcohol.
He was sadly wrong.
A classroom hatred between Shihid and Luko, takes a bitter twist when Shihid joins the army.
Luko’s life is ripped apart when the army enters his hometown, recruiting men to join their army.
When Luko’s father and best friend Aamar are taken...
Luko does the only thing he can do... One boy against an army.
Short story 6400 words.
- GenresYoung Adult
32 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 12, 2014
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October 9, 2014
When I started reading this short story I was instantly hooked. The descriptions that are given throughout are fantastic and although I want to tell you more about this book I feel this would spoil it for you.
The author has managed to describe the feelings of the young man and what he is going through during a time of war fantastically. This has provoked thoughts for me already of how lucky we are and what these children and families go through on a daily basis. It had me thinking that their choices are more for survival and not actually what they really want, but they are forced to make these decision through fear.
This is an author I will be following and really can't wait for more books. It's been a while since I have read such a gripping series of books from one author and H J Lawson has managed to switch me back to reading.
It is really killing me not telling more of the story but as I said I wouldn't want to spoil the plot for you.
I hope you give this book a read and I'm sure you will in no way be disappointed.
The author has managed to describe the feelings of the young man and what he is going through during a time of war fantastically. This has provoked thoughts for me already of how lucky we are and what these children and families go through on a daily basis. It had me thinking that their choices are more for survival and not actually what they really want, but they are forced to make these decision through fear.
This is an author I will be following and really can't wait for more books. It's been a while since I have read such a gripping series of books from one author and H J Lawson has managed to switch me back to reading.
It is really killing me not telling more of the story but as I said I wouldn't want to spoil the plot for you.
I hope you give this book a read and I'm sure you will in no way be disappointed.
October 11, 2014
This is one of those short stories that are too short because they make you think it is the beginning of an incredible novel, but then it ends and leaves you wanting more... Yeah, the deception...
But please, don't misunderstand me because I really liked it. The narration is great and it has a lot of action and the characters were very well constructed.
Something that I really loved is the reference to characters from another book by this author -wich I won't say because of the spoilers- and I'm quite sure if you have enjoyed her previous books, you'll love this short story too.
But if you haven't read any of her books... I mean, what are you waiting for??
Thanks to the author for providing me this copy. This fact didn't influence the review.
But please, don't misunderstand me because I really liked it. The narration is great and it has a lot of action and the characters were very well constructed.
Something that I really loved is the reference to characters from another book by this author -wich I won't say because of the spoilers- and I'm quite sure if you have enjoyed her previous books, you'll love this short story too.
But if you haven't read any of her books... I mean, what are you waiting for??
Thanks to the author for providing me this copy. This fact didn't influence the review.
October 23, 2014
After finishing HJLawsons first book,War kids, I was looking forward to reading another of her stories. I was not disappointed. This story runs parallel to the first and is seen through the eyes of Luko in war torn Syria.
January 11, 2015
From the first page, I knew I’m gonna love this flash fiction! The opening made me wondering where the story would goes, and the story went AMAZING!
I had a fast reading, enjoying the story, and I wish there were more pages. When I read Revolting Youth eps 1,my heart beated fast just like Luko’s. Phew, it was a hard moment seeing your father and best friend being tortured. Yeah, I hate Mr. Hujjat as well, how could a teacher be so cruel?
I like the twists. The ending of this episode surprised me! When I reached the last paragraphs, I was like, “Wait, I knew these names. Yes! They are characters from ...”
Wew, then I read the Author’s Note and it is clear now. I eager to know what happens next! Good job for the Author! :)
I had a fast reading, enjoying the story, and I wish there were more pages. When I read Revolting Youth eps 1,my heart beated fast just like Luko’s. Phew, it was a hard moment seeing your father and best friend being tortured. Yeah, I hate Mr. Hujjat as well, how could a teacher be so cruel?
I like the twists. The ending of this episode surprised me! When I reached the last paragraphs, I was like, “Wait, I knew these names. Yes! They are characters from ...”
Wew, then I read the Author’s Note and it is clear now. I eager to know what happens next! Good job for the Author! :)
October 12, 2014
H.J. Lawson has done it again! I was absolutely captivated by this story. I had to know what was going to happen Luko. His journey to find his father is absolutely compelling. You can truly feel Luko's anguish and struggle in his pursuit to find his father. This book really keeps you on the edge of your seat. I am excited for the rest of this series and cannot wait to see what twists and turns await!
May 5, 2016
Fantastic
Brilliant book can't wait to read the next one hopefully the next one be as good as this one x
Brilliant book can't wait to read the next one hopefully the next one be as good as this one x
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