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Boy on Trial
Clifford Irving's new novel tells the remarkable tale of Billy Braverman, a young genius and TV star.
A passionate rock climber,as well, Billy is indicted in a New York juvenile court for murder. He's accused of shooting his teen-aged girlfriend's father, an East Hampton garbage collector who believes he's a descendant of Shakespeare.
Billy's parents believe that their son has a heart of gold and the mind of an old soul. Is he guilty of murder? And, if that's possible, what drove him to commit such a terrible act?
BOY ON TRIAL follows the legal and emotional adventures of this extraordinary gifted person. He and his family take us on a journey that, as a reader, we don't want to end..
A passionate rock climber,as well, Billy is indicted in a New York juvenile court for murder. He's accused of shooting his teen-aged girlfriend's father, an East Hampton garbage collector who believes he's a descendant of Shakespeare.
Billy's parents believe that their son has a heart of gold and the mind of an old soul. Is he guilty of murder? And, if that's possible, what drove him to commit such a terrible act?
BOY ON TRIAL follows the legal and emotional adventures of this extraordinary gifted person. He and his family take us on a journey that, as a reader, we don't want to end..
362 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 15, 2014
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Clifford Irving
54 books69 followersClifford Irving was the author of 20 published books & just released 12 of his works as Kindle/Nook eBooks; he was currently writing a memoir called Around the World in 80 Years.
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June 6, 2016
Billy Braverman is one of those characters that get in your head and will not let you sleep. His story is totally unique. He is a twelve year old boy that has a loving family. He is a gentle child and a compassionate heart and perhaps too smart for his own good.
When he sets a goal he sets about to achieve it. This book is detailed and builds with each revelation. It is told from Billy's point of view and tells the story of his attempt to help his friend from school. He might even call her his girlfriend on occasion. Amy was the daughter of the garbage man and her life was not pleasant. Billy felt compelled to help her, no matter what it cost. Her story is as harsh as his is compassionate.
He is accused of shooting her father and tells his story from start to finish so that you understand the events and the people involved. Rich storytelling at its best. I had a hard time putting the book down.
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When he sets a goal he sets about to achieve it. This book is detailed and builds with each revelation. It is told from Billy's point of view and tells the story of his attempt to help his friend from school. He might even call her his girlfriend on occasion. Amy was the daughter of the garbage man and her life was not pleasant. Billy felt compelled to help her, no matter what it cost. Her story is as harsh as his is compassionate.
He is accused of shooting her father and tells his story from start to finish so that you understand the events and the people involved. Rich storytelling at its best. I had a hard time putting the book down.
For more about this review visit my blog at The Page Turner
April 24, 2021
I really enjoyed this story about a young boy named Billy who wanted to help a girl named Amy have a better life. She was being . I thought this book did an excellent job dealing with coming of age issues, parental rights and minor rights, and the justice system. I would read more books by this author.
March 12, 2018
I couldn't put this book down - wanted to know how this kid was going to pull this off and why he was on trial
March 1, 2024
A great read!
Clifford Irvings books are fascinating. I never read ahead just one chapter at a time. I read many books, but Irving is my number one author.
Clifford Irvings books are fascinating. I never read ahead just one chapter at a time. I read many books, but Irving is my number one author.
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November 5, 2015
Intriging
I don't think I have ever read and enjoyed reading a novel from a child's point of view.
A very sensitive. intelligent 12 and 13 year old, filled with compassion and caring for that person's well-being, going to extreme lengths to make things right.
I don't think I have ever read and enjoyed reading a novel from a child's point of view.
A very sensitive. intelligent 12 and 13 year old, filled with compassion and caring for that person's well-being, going to extreme lengths to make things right.
May 6, 2016
Interesting, usual story
The idea of having a twelve-yr-old genius as a protagonist for an "adult" mystery story made for a very interesting story. It was entertaining and I will read more of Clifford Irving's books.
The idea of having a twelve-yr-old genius as a protagonist for an "adult" mystery story made for a very interesting story. It was entertaining and I will read more of Clifford Irving's books.
June 26, 2016
Genuine excellence..
The writing was absolutely wonderful, and the story was completely unique. I thoroughly enjoyed every page of this book, and recommend it to anyone starving for really great storytelling.
The writing was absolutely wonderful, and the story was completely unique. I thoroughly enjoyed every page of this book, and recommend it to anyone starving for really great storytelling.
September 5, 2016
Believable but unbelievable!
This book is told from the perspective of a 12 year old boy and the author does such an amazing job writing from this perspective. The storyline makes the book hard to put down.
This book is told from the perspective of a 12 year old boy and the author does such an amazing job writing from this perspective. The storyline makes the book hard to put down.
July 20, 2015
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December 24, 2015
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June 23, 2016
another author to add to my favorites list -- this book was remarkable just took too long to read it because I had a vertigo episode last week and couldn't read for three ddays.
July 16, 2016
Not a legal thriller.
Not at all what I was expecting. This book is for the young adults not grown ups.
I would recommend this to teenagers only because it is a good read.
Not at all what I was expecting. This book is for the young adults not grown ups.
I would recommend this to teenagers only because it is a good read.
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November 14, 2018Couldn't put it down!
This book had me on the edge of my seat the whole time. It was so well-written. I will definitely be looking for more work from this author.
This book had me on the edge of my seat the whole time. It was so well-written. I will definitely be looking for more work from this author.
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