Jeremy Fink and the Meaning of Life

This was a quirky, enjoyable book. Some of the scenarios are a little far fetched. I mean, they could definitely happen, but for them to work out just exactly as they do is a little out there. Honestly though, I have to say that this book is worth overlooking that minor flaw. There is a lot of good to be gotten from this book. The characters are ... interesting and, in most cases, pretty odd. They are fun to read though and, overall, pretty likable. The message is a great one and it’s delivered in a pretty beautiful way. My 13 year old son read this for a book report. He was a little unsure at first, but he ended up really liking it. He kept saying how awkward the main character was. He’s about my son’s age and I thought it was funny to see how he felt about the odd things the main character would do, compared to how I felt. I found them funny and quirky. He, being that age, found them funny, but embarrassing and thought that he was “so weird”. If you’re thinking of reading this, I’d say go for it! It really was a good book. I think it was a great book for a preteen/teen to read too. It’s one that I’m actually a little surprised that I don’t know any teachers where I live that have decided to read it to the class or have it as a required read. It really is a good one. Also, if you’re interested, I really like the audio version. At first I was unsure about the person they have performing the audio, but as the story went on I realized he was pretty perfect.

My daughter writes teaching materials for students reading young adult books, which she provides to middle and high school teachers, so I often read new releases and make recommendations to her. This is one of the best YA books I've read, with a story young adults can relate to, many subtle positive messages for youngsters, and a youth-oriented mystery theme. Highly recommended. R.C. Brusca, author of "The Time Travelers" and numerous other award-winning books.

Unlike any other book I have ever read, this one is quite the drama! It has everything a good book needs: Comedy, Drama, Mystery, Pain and a bit of an unknown type of genre. It is almost like a puzzle, which you have to figure out while your reading; so you are reading while trying to figure out something - unknown. Jeremy and his friend, Lizzy, are on a journey to open up a box - a box sent from Jeremy's dead father. They go everywhere, they take all of the opportunities to find it - they do not give up! They went everywhere possible - everywhere - just to find that key, that key, that will open up the box... will they find it? Will they?

This is a good read recommended by my granddaughter.

We had our 3rd grade gifted students read it for class so I wanted to be able to discuss the book with them and gave it a read. Once I started I could barely put it down. This book is full of incredible life lessons that even an old man like me learned a few things. I cannot even begin to tell you how wonderful this book has been for me or my students!

Purchased this book because I remembered loving it as a kid and I was right. Such a comfort read for me, perfect for early high school or middle school aged kids.

Jeremy Fink and the Meaning of Life is one of my daughters favorite books. The book is about a 12 year old boy, Jeremy, and his best friend Lizzy, who try to find the keys to unlock the meaning of life. The book is full of adventure and mystery, and it all comes together for a final surprise. Highly recommend

What a terrific book. I read it aloud to my 5th graders and they were spellbound. They tell me there's a movie, but there is no way it could live up to the novel; the characters are so quirky and do such a good job of explaining themselves. No aliens or car crashes, but you won't be dissapointed! I wish Mass's next novel was available on Kindle-- Pi in the Sky. Only the free preview is!

Otima leitura para a faixa etária dos 12-13 anos. É possivel fazer várias reflexões durante a leitura e é interessanrte tanto para meninos quanto para meninas.

Ich weiß, dass es sich hierbei wohl um ein Kinderbuch handelt und es lässt sich als solches auch gut und schnell lesen für einen Erwachsenen. Aber die Inhalte des Buches sind philosophisch und für Jung und Alt relevant. Ein Buch zum Nachdenken nicht nur über den Sinn des Lebens, sondern auch über die eigenen Werte und über die eigenen "Wölfe" und ihr Futter...

We really like it! I read this aloud to five children from the age 15 down to 3. No other review, that I read, mentioned the chapter about the ouija board and the section about the visit to a spiritualist meeting/church so I thought I would

This was a delightful book! I am an elementary teacher who was introduced to this author by my ten year old niece. I have now purchased this book several times for friends and family, and have accompanied each gift with a rock. The story is meaningful for anyone who has had a hiccup or two in their life - children and adults alike. I do recommend this book for anyone grade 4 and above. It is a book that boys or girls can read and both can find meaning.

Sehr kurzweiliges Buch mit vielen nachdenklichen Passagen, die grundlegende Fragen ankratzen und einen dank der lieben und lustigen Charaktere trotzdem dauernd zum schmunzeln bringen.