Wednesday, July 23, 2008

The Latent Powers of Dylan Fontaine by April Lurie



Since Dylan’s mom split with his art instructor, his doctor dad is spending more time at the hospital with patients and his older brother Randy is spending more time stoned with his band. Dylan is trying to keep himself together and his family intact, but it seems that drama he can’t control is constantly making it hard for him to do so. Like when he gets arrested when someone mistakes him for his brother and slips him a bag of pot. Or when his best friend Angie decides to film his every move for a short film she is making. Or when the varsity basketball coach he is trying to impress is led to believe Dylan is a criminal cross-dresser.

Dylan finally decides to take a few risks in life since playing it safe has not been working for him. Spontaneity seems to suit him; he is getting closer to Angie and his musical and artistic talents are improving. But, Dylan’s life is not empty of drama for long. Can Dylan hold it together long enough to get the girl and save his family?

This story is full of laughs, and the reader will be rooting for Dylan all the way. His flaws, insecurities, and perseverance make him a realistic, admirable character.

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

I loved this book. It was funny, yet still covered very serious stuff!