Who Would Like This Book:
If you crave fast-paced mysteries with a hefty dose of nostalgia, "Secret Histories" delivers! F. Paul Wilson’s deep dive into Repairman Jack’s early years is perfect for fans eager for backstory or newcomers wanting a taste of the iconic character before diving into the adult series. The book is packed with cool 80s references, quirky character moments, and a strong sense of adventure. If you enjoy revisiting characters like old friends or love stories of ordinary kids finding themselves in extraordinary situations, this one’s for you.
Who May Not Like This Book:
Some readers get frustrated by the way this book sets up mysteries without paying them off - you’ll need to keep reading the trilogy for the big reveals. If you like your stories with lots of closure, or aren’t a fan of sequels drawing out plotlines, the cliffhangers might bug you. Also, those completely new to the Repairman Jack universe might find all the Easter eggs and lore a little overwhelming or disconnected from the main plot.
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In 'Secret Histories', F. Paul Wilson delves into the early life of Repairman Jack, offering a nostalgic retrospective of events that are yet to unfold in the series. The story follows Young Jack and his friends as they stumble upon a dead body and mysterious artifacts in the New Jersey Pine Barrens, leading them into a mystery involving more murders and a secretive society. Wilson skillfully weaves in trivia from future Repairman Jack novels, providing insights into Jack's character and the world around him. The writing style is entertaining, with references to brand names, music, and pop culture of the time, making it appealing to younger readers while still engaging long-time fans of the series.
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From The Publisher:
THE FIRST OF A TRILOGY OF REPAIRMAN JACK PREQUELS Read for the first time Jack's formative years. You'll meet his mother and father, big sister Kate and his bully of a brother Tom. While aimed for young adults, F. Paul Wilson doesn't write down and the book is as enjoyable for adults as it is for teens. And, as you can see from the above description there's plenty of foreshadowing of events that were to overtake Jack as an adult (i.e. An old woman with a dog making herself known to Jack when he's just fourteen )
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1 comment(s)
Good story, but narrator was really annoying by using voices similar to those from Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure! If they used a different narrator or the narrator used more “normal” (less high-pitched and squeaky) voices, the audiobook would have been much better. We do get to meet “Mother” and her dog for the first time (a character that recurs in all the later Repairman Jack books).
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