| The Hypnotist by Laurence Anholt
Visit Laurence AnholtÆs website America in 1963. In the South, where racism and prejudice is rife, Pip, a black boy is taken from an orphanage to work on a farm. There he meets a Native American girl and an eccentric Irish hypnotist. Weaving in history, violence, poetry, magic, a road trip and a bit of Great Expectations, AnholtÆs first novel for older readers is a gripping read, destined to become a classic. NB: Contains issues which some readers may find upsetting. Some children may need to read this at the end of year 7. Please leave your reviews below: |
A very dark tale that I was a bit hesitant to to read! A great book about how people are treated by racism! It has a mysterious feel to it, and a bit spooky as well!
4 STARS
This book was just incredible. From start to finish, I enjoyed reading every word. I love the fact that it is set back in the 1960’s and teaches us what young people like Pip and Hannah had to deal with on a day to day basis and the struggles of racism. I loved it!
I was immediately absorbed into the storyline, once I picked up the book I couldn’t put it down! I loved the descriptions of scenes and characters.
A brilliant book, gripping and thrilling all at the same time, with a twist of romance and fear. This book was very hard to put down and got me in love with the characters and the story.
This book is brilliant. I loved it from the start to beginning. The way they use hypnosis caught my attention and with Pip as my favcourite protagonist. Absolutely brilliant!