Hack

by Peter Wrenshall

Hack, by Peter Wrenshall, is a page-turning young adult novel set in the world of cyber crime. Teenaged computer criminal Karl Ripley is lonely and isolated, except he has a special skill and he's great at what he does-computer hacking. But when he breaks into the Pentagon's computer, a friend turns him in and he's soon arrested and sent to jail. All seems lost until the FBI offers him a job to act as bait for a terrorist, an offer he can't resist. Tormented by the friend who turned him in, Karl is obsessed with getting even. But when he meets a young woman and starts to care for her, he soon finds himself torn between revenge, his old life of crime, and a new love. But is she who she seems to be? Brimming with hairpin twists and turns, Hack explores the underbelly of computer crime. His characters are rich and engaging, and his prose is razor sharp. This is a wonderful book for any computer fanatic or any young person who enjoys a great read.

Genres: Young Adult, Science Fiction

202 pages, Paperback

First published July 2, 2007

Reviews

[Ahtims · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was a very quick read. I was taken into the world of hackers. I would have liked it more, perhaps if I knew more about computers and their language. Since I am not very literate in Computer language a few things were over the head. Still, I enjoyed the story. The end had some twists (which were not that much of a surprise to me). Young adults with a knack for electronic technology will surely like this book.There is a love interest too!

[NJ · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is my favorite hack book ever. The teeny bit of teen romance made it a little more realistic. I love it. I totally suggest this book to others.

[A · Rating 4 out of 5]

Pretty good book. The ending was definitely a surprise, and I'm not sure if I really liked it. It just wasn't all that believable to me. Still a good book, though. 4/5

[Shelby]

loved it

[Sai Messi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book for computer geeks! Loved it...!

[Meera · Rating 3 out of 5]

The plot was good but the end was a fast disappoinment!

[Harry Danwonno · Rating 5 out of 5]

i do remember fun reading this book