Language: PG-13 (15 swears, 0 f) Mature Content: G Violence: G
BUYING ADVISORY: EL, MS - ADVISABLE
APPEALS TO: SEVERAL
Timothy is an 11-12yo boy who loves bugs and all things entomology. He is the resident school nerd and good student. That begins to change when he is faced by bullies and his overbearing mother, who wants him to be a "normal kid," and give up his bug collection. Timothy starts to notice a black shadow in his reflection, and when he gives himself over to it, or the Wump, it takes control of his life and Timothy lashes out in ways he never would have before. With the help of the Wump, Timothy stands up for himself and takes control, but at what cost?
The black and green illustrations help add to the creepiness of the book and Timothy's involvement with the Wump. For those readers who are dealing with uncontrollable anger, lashing out, or Wumps of their own, this might be a helpful read. Tony has to find a better way to deal with the stresses of his life than merely getting revenge and giving himself over to his dark side. A fun way to deal with the balance self-control and standing up for oneself. Timothy is white.
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