There are two novels that can change a bookish fourteen-year old's life: The Lord of the Rings and Atlas Shrugged. One is a childish fantasy that often engenders a lifelong obsession with its unbelievable heroes, leading to an emotionally stunted, socially crippled adulthood, unable to deal with the real world. The other, of course, involves orcs.
Kung Fu MonkeyThis book led me to discover Polyface Farms, home of the best eggs I have ever had. The four parts of the book are readable on their own. Combined, they make a great story. Highly recommended.
Submitted by Bill on 12 Apr 2010