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Turn Right at the End of the World
Robert Watkins, author
Where will Lux and Max’s adventure—instigated by a message from Lux’s adopted friend Ushtey—take them? Far from their homes in New Jersey. Far from everyone the two teenagers know and love…and if they’re not careful, straight into the hands of a dangerous man from Lux’s past. Includes an illustrated science section with explanations by a Ph.D. physicist.
Plot/Idea: 6 out of 10
Originality: 8 out of 10
Prose: 8 out of 10
Character/Execution: 6 out of 10
Overall: 7.00 out of 10
Assessment:
Plot: Characters Max, Lux, and Ushtey embark on a series of breathless mishaps and adventures. Occasional plot holes do not detract from the engaging storytelling.
Prose: Though Watkins's prose can be overly simplistic and has moments of flatness, dialogue is convincing and the story unfolds with a light, spirited cadence.
Originality: The author layers this work with inventive and alluring content, both science-based and more chimerical.
Character Development: The novel’s primary characters develop in tandem with one another and their chemistry is apparent; a better sense of the protagonists individually may further cement their relationship.
Date Submitted: June 16, 2018
