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Tex, the Witch Boy
Being in high school sucks. Just ask Richard “Tex” McKenna, a Kansas sophomore. Dealing with bullying, burgeoning love, the loss of parents, and dodge ball is bad enough. To top it off, he's just found out he's a witch! Then there's the pesky problem of fellow students being murdered. The suspicious eyes of local law enforcement are watching Tex and his loyal group of friends. So is the killer. Will Tex's new-found witchcraft skills prove helpful? Or cause even more problems?
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First published January 1, 2013
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August 21, 2014
Okay, let's try this damn review again since something went on the fritz and didn't save.
First, thanks to Stuart R. West for providing me with a complimentary copy to read and review. As has always been The Fountain Pen Diva's rule, I may fangirl over authors but that stops when it comes to the actual book. If it worked, it worked. If not, they'll know that too.
Tex, the Witch Boy worked for me. It's rare to come across any YA that are written from a male first-person point of view. Tex (real name Richard) in most ways was like any normal teenage boy, except for that WITCH part. He was also a young man who shouldered adult responsibilities, such as driving his father to and from work due to his father's MS. Tex also had to deal with his mother having survived breast cancer, only to be killed in an automobile accident. Needless to say, both son and father have some serious emotional barriers in place.
Add to this the hell known as high school. Tex just so happens to be a bully magnet to the football jocks. The bullying is horrific and that sense of helplessness even more so. Worse still were the reactions of some of the adults who should be looking out for the students in their charge. The worst culprit was the Vice Principal Arville Hastings, the type of authority figure who puts athletics and athletes before anything or anyone else. These real-life enablers are just as responsible for bullying as the bullies themselves.
Be that as it may, Tex has a loyal band of friends who are also outsiders. Ian, the poster boy for everything emo; Olivia, a no-nonsense spitfire who can hold her own, and Josh, skater king outside of school, huge bully target within the building. Together, the merry band of misfits do their best to survive the wilderness of hall and classroom.
And then Tex's dad drops the life-changing bombshell on him: his mother was a powerful White Witch and the trait is genetic. That means Tex needs training in Witchcraft 101. His mentor, Mickey Goldfarb is no Mister Miyagi. Blue of hair, fluffy pink of slipper and addicted to Colonel Saunders original recipe, we're not talking Glinda here. However, Mickey's no-nonsense tutoring is just what the poor and bemused Tex needs.
He just doesn't know how badly he'll need it as two of Tex's jock tormentors are found brutally murdered, and the fingers are being pointed at him. Then things get worse for the tight group of misfits.
There's equal parts humor, snark and the serious issue of bullying. Author Stuart R. West writes in the afterward the incidents he depicted in the book came from real-life experiences he and his friends went through. It's not preachy, and the novel really is about Tex discovering his powers--both supernatural and physical. Tex (despite my tendancy to imagine cowboy boots and ten-gallon hat) is the kind of richly crafted teenage protagonist so often missing in the genre. The only thing that kept this from a full five stars was the serious (and inexplicable) lack of diversity. Kansas is not Antartica. There are people of colour who live even in the suburbs. Erasure is not acceptable in 2014. Still, I enjoyed the characters enough--especially Olivia a much-needed panacea to the many weak-willed YA/NA heroines being popularized--to go grab Tex And The Gangs Of Suburbia.
First, thanks to Stuart R. West for providing me with a complimentary copy to read and review. As has always been The Fountain Pen Diva's rule, I may fangirl over authors but that stops when it comes to the actual book. If it worked, it worked. If not, they'll know that too.
Tex, the Witch Boy worked for me. It's rare to come across any YA that are written from a male first-person point of view. Tex (real name Richard) in most ways was like any normal teenage boy, except for that WITCH part. He was also a young man who shouldered adult responsibilities, such as driving his father to and from work due to his father's MS. Tex also had to deal with his mother having survived breast cancer, only to be killed in an automobile accident. Needless to say, both son and father have some serious emotional barriers in place.
Add to this the hell known as high school. Tex just so happens to be a bully magnet to the football jocks. The bullying is horrific and that sense of helplessness even more so. Worse still were the reactions of some of the adults who should be looking out for the students in their charge. The worst culprit was the Vice Principal Arville Hastings, the type of authority figure who puts athletics and athletes before anything or anyone else. These real-life enablers are just as responsible for bullying as the bullies themselves.
Be that as it may, Tex has a loyal band of friends who are also outsiders. Ian, the poster boy for everything emo; Olivia, a no-nonsense spitfire who can hold her own, and Josh, skater king outside of school, huge bully target within the building. Together, the merry band of misfits do their best to survive the wilderness of hall and classroom.
And then Tex's dad drops the life-changing bombshell on him: his mother was a powerful White Witch and the trait is genetic. That means Tex needs training in Witchcraft 101. His mentor, Mickey Goldfarb is no Mister Miyagi. Blue of hair, fluffy pink of slipper and addicted to Colonel Saunders original recipe, we're not talking Glinda here. However, Mickey's no-nonsense tutoring is just what the poor and bemused Tex needs.
He just doesn't know how badly he'll need it as two of Tex's jock tormentors are found brutally murdered, and the fingers are being pointed at him. Then things get worse for the tight group of misfits.
There's equal parts humor, snark and the serious issue of bullying. Author Stuart R. West writes in the afterward the incidents he depicted in the book came from real-life experiences he and his friends went through. It's not preachy, and the novel really is about Tex discovering his powers--both supernatural and physical. Tex (despite my tendancy to imagine cowboy boots and ten-gallon hat) is the kind of richly crafted teenage protagonist so often missing in the genre. The only thing that kept this from a full five stars was the serious (and inexplicable) lack of diversity. Kansas is not Antartica. There are people of colour who live even in the suburbs. Erasure is not acceptable in 2014. Still, I enjoyed the characters enough--especially Olivia a much-needed panacea to the many weak-willed YA/NA heroines being popularized--to go grab Tex And The Gangs Of Suburbia.
November 21, 2024
I loved this book and was privileged to read it for Stuart before it was released. I'm sure everyone will fall in love with Tex and Olivia like I did and I'd highly recommend this for your Young Adult bookshelf!
July 15, 2013
Guys are not witches. Guys are warlocks or wizards. Aren’t they? Well, if you’re Richard “Tex” McKenna, you take after your mother and are a witch, even though you’re a guy. So what does a fellow do when he learns the truth about himself?
In Author Stuart R. West’s YA Novel, TEX, THE WITCH BOY, fifteen-year-old Tex has to deal not only with his heritage from his mother, who recently died, but with the football bullies in his school as well. When one of the bullies is found murdered, Tex becomes a suspect. To learn the truth about who killed the boy, Tex needs more help than his father can provide so he consults Mickey, a friend of his late mother’s, who is also a witch. I’m not going to give away the plot, but a lot happens in this story. Add Olivia, the girl who likes Tex, and my favorite character, a couple more dead boys, and you have a mystery that Tex and his friends must solve before more victims are discovered. When Tex conjures up a spell to identify the guilty party, things go haywire, and he wishes he’d let well enough alone.
TEX, THE WITCH BOY is a fast action story that will keep you guessing who the bad guy(s) are. I kind of suspected, but wasn’t sure until the end. The characters are well developed, each with his/her own personality. The author has written a story about family, friends, bullies, and what happens when bullying goes too far and ruins the lives of others. Recommended for tweens, teens, parents, and teachers, both the bullied and the bullies, who might just see the harm they’re doing and how it affects them all.
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In Author Stuart R. West’s YA Novel, TEX, THE WITCH BOY, fifteen-year-old Tex has to deal not only with his heritage from his mother, who recently died, but with the football bullies in his school as well. When one of the bullies is found murdered, Tex becomes a suspect. To learn the truth about who killed the boy, Tex needs more help than his father can provide so he consults Mickey, a friend of his late mother’s, who is also a witch. I’m not going to give away the plot, but a lot happens in this story. Add Olivia, the girl who likes Tex, and my favorite character, a couple more dead boys, and you have a mystery that Tex and his friends must solve before more victims are discovered. When Tex conjures up a spell to identify the guilty party, things go haywire, and he wishes he’d let well enough alone.
TEX, THE WITCH BOY is a fast action story that will keep you guessing who the bad guy(s) are. I kind of suspected, but wasn’t sure until the end. The characters are well developed, each with his/her own personality. The author has written a story about family, friends, bullies, and what happens when bullying goes too far and ruins the lives of others. Recommended for tweens, teens, parents, and teachers, both the bullied and the bullies, who might just see the harm they’re doing and how it affects them all.
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June 10, 2013
I'm serious people: go grab a copy of this book! I seriously loved it. I'd heard good things from friends before I started it, and was definitely curious, but I had no idea how awesome it would be. And how funny! I seriously laughed a lot, especially with Olivia. What a awesome character. Tex was also very real, and very complex. I seriously felt like I knew him by the time I finished. Great pacing, great world building, great mystery (which I actually didn't guess correctly, lol!), and overall a book I highly recommend.
I'll also point out that this book deals with something I find very important: bullying. I was shocked at some of the antics the students perpetrated against each other, and was horrified that they got away with them! Then to read at the end that West has seen all of these things occur in real life? Blew my mind. Hats off to West for such a realistic edge to this story, and helping people realize how much impact it has, along with encouraging ways to help battle bullying.
I'll also point out that this book deals with something I find very important: bullying. I was shocked at some of the antics the students perpetrated against each other, and was horrified that they got away with them! Then to read at the end that West has seen all of these things occur in real life? Blew my mind. Hats off to West for such a realistic edge to this story, and helping people realize how much impact it has, along with encouraging ways to help battle bullying.
March 29, 2014
I started Tex with trepidation. The setting of Kansas, a boy named Tex, a witch who didn't know he was a witch? Sounded a little silly to me. BUT, it was really quite good. It takes on bullying while working all the good coming of age (and witch)very well. Everyone who was bullied can appreciate that truth of it. The author wrote an Afterword which indicates he was a bullied kid and much of what he put in the book really happened to himself or somebody he knew.
The only problem I had with it was a bit too much exposition up front. Tex states in the first line that he's a witch, but the story drops back and we find out nothing more about this major aspect for quite some time.
I have no trouble recommending it for all readers of YA and urban fantasy. You'll like Tex. Olivia will annoy you, but in a charming way. You'll shed a few tears for...well, that'd be a spoiler.
The only problem I had with it was a bit too much exposition up front. Tex states in the first line that he's a witch, but the story drops back and we find out nothing more about this major aspect for quite some time.
I have no trouble recommending it for all readers of YA and urban fantasy. You'll like Tex. Olivia will annoy you, but in a charming way. You'll shed a few tears for...well, that'd be a spoiler.
September 5, 2013
Every so often a book comes along that bowls me over and this is it. Tex, The Witch Boy had me guessing who the murderer was right until the end. I turned page after page, completely gripped by this story. There was never a dull moment. It moved, it kicked. I was shocked at the antics of the bullies never dreaming that this really happened. But it did as Stuart West confides after the last page is turned. This is a serious story about bullying and the effects it has on people. It's a story about the 'ghosts' who survive day to day in a high school, nonexistent to the popular crowd. I foresee a bestseller here, bigger than The Hunger Games, as big as Harry Potter. If you haven't read this, you simply must.
November 6, 2013
Stuart R. West's Tex, the Witch Boy is more than just a book about a teenage boy (who happens to find out he is a witch) and his friends who suffer at the hands of school bullies. Filled with sharp humor, a rich voice, a touch of romance, and serious themes that never beat you over the head with their message, this is more than just your average paranormal story. I look forward to devouring the rest of the books in this series.
June 24, 2016
This is the third West novel I’ve read. He has quite a range. The other two were adult novels that I greatly enjoyed and this paranormal YA was amazing as well. Tex is a bullied boy dealing with the loss of his mother and his blossoming witch powers. He, his mentor Mickey, his girl Olivia, and the other characters were well-written. A murder mystery involving his classmates and the heightened suspense were also awesome elements.
February 21, 2013
I loved this murder mystery ( and that's definitely not my preferred genre)! Can't wait to share this book with my middle school students. I expect they will love it as well and anxiously await further adventures of Tex and his friends.
March 3, 2013
I read this not knowing it was a YA book, but I really enjoyed it, it was nice reading a book without numerous sex scenes and bad language. Its also a book that I would recommend to my kids as they would enjoy it as well.
April 20, 2013
I admit I was skeptical of this book's premise. A boy witch? But this first person narration told by Tex drew me in and held my interest. A high school sophomore in the eastern Kansas town of Clearwell, Tex is self-effacing, respectful, at times sardonic, and often does stupid things but for the right reasons. You can't help but like him and cheer for him. He's the kind of person you hope is populating our schools. Unfortunately, Tex has a major problem. No, it's not that he's inherited some witch talent from his deceased mother. That turns out to be an asset. Tex isn't popular at school. He's one of the nameless misfits that make up the sea atop which the popular kids float. Bullying is a sport for the jocks and Tex and his friends take quite a bit of abuse. Much of it is mindless name-calling but some of the incidents involve serious physical assault. The school administration is either on the side of the bullies or too weak and complacent to do anything to stop the madness. Tex learns that the best policy is to keep your head down and fly below the radar.
The brutal murder of a popular football player shakes up the school. Another football player is murdered and then one of Tex's friends dies. The novel effortlessly transforms to a thrilling murder mystery and we follow Tex as he struggles to use his witch skills to find the murderer before he and his remaining friends become the next victims. Tex is a teenager though, so he makes a lot of stupid moves along the way.
West has created an engaging and authentic character to tell his story. The supporting cast is also noteworthy, particularly Tex's girlfriend Olivia, his mentor Mickey Goldfarb, and his father. If you've ever been bullied, you'll like this book. West gives hope to the downtrodden and forgotten teenager. The author claims this is the first in a trilogy. I'm looking forward to the next ones.
The brutal murder of a popular football player shakes up the school. Another football player is murdered and then one of Tex's friends dies. The novel effortlessly transforms to a thrilling murder mystery and we follow Tex as he struggles to use his witch skills to find the murderer before he and his remaining friends become the next victims. Tex is a teenager though, so he makes a lot of stupid moves along the way.
West has created an engaging and authentic character to tell his story. The supporting cast is also noteworthy, particularly Tex's girlfriend Olivia, his mentor Mickey Goldfarb, and his father. If you've ever been bullied, you'll like this book. West gives hope to the downtrodden and forgotten teenager. The author claims this is the first in a trilogy. I'm looking forward to the next ones.
April 5, 2015
This was a really good story. I loved the feel of it. The story starts with Tex and his friends. The only girl in the group, Olivia is a force to be reckoned with. I think she would of been a blast to hang out with. There was also Ian and Josh. Josh was an amazing skateboarder.
Tex is being bullied at school. Teenagers can be so ruthless. He also has gone through a tragedy. Just imagine being bullied and losing someone you loved.
He finds out that he is a witch, in totally disbelief. He finds guidance through Mickey who is just this crazy character. But someone Tex really needed.
There is a murder mystery that needs to be solved and leaves you at the edge of your seat.
There is a great Anti-bullying message in this book and I think it would be a perfect read for someone going through the exact same thing. Its where you can also learn something about yourself. I was bullied as a teen as well, so this really hit home.
Stuart is such a talented writer. I'm going to check out his other books as well. I would really recommended this to anyone of any age. It's something we can all relate to in one way or another....Lissa
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Tex is being bullied at school. Teenagers can be so ruthless. He also has gone through a tragedy. Just imagine being bullied and losing someone you loved.
He finds out that he is a witch, in totally disbelief. He finds guidance through Mickey who is just this crazy character. But someone Tex really needed.
There is a murder mystery that needs to be solved and leaves you at the edge of your seat.
There is a great Anti-bullying message in this book and I think it would be a perfect read for someone going through the exact same thing. Its where you can also learn something about yourself. I was bullied as a teen as well, so this really hit home.
Stuart is such a talented writer. I'm going to check out his other books as well. I would really recommended this to anyone of any age. It's something we can all relate to in one way or another....Lissa
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August 11, 2013
Stuart West's Young Adult novel, Tex, the Witch Boy, is a very engaging murder mystery that takes several unusual turns. Unlike most stories of the supernatural, the monsters are not the evil creatures of the night, but the evil creatures of the high school locker rooms and hallways. Tex and his friends are the outsiders, the loners that have to band together and help each other against brainless beefy bullies who use their athletic gifts to torment and even attempt to kill the story's heroes. Tex has a very unusual set of skills to apply to the problem. It turns out that he is a witch. And with the help of his witch-mentor, a crazy blue-haired old lady named Mickey, Tex might just be able to solve a murder, save the girl, and help his friends through mysterious magic powers. It is an engaging whodunit that will have you doing what I did, turning back the pages and re-reading to find those clues that I so very cleverly missed altogether. You need to read this book. And if you have a teenager at home, you need to make them read and enjoy it too. Better yet, forbid them to read it. That will help them enjoy it all the more.
August 13, 2016
Whoa.
This book is intense. Some of the things that happened to these high school kids… well, it will take me a while to get over the instances of bullying depicted in the book. They still play through my mind, unbidden, while I’m trying to get to sleep. But maybe that’s a good thing. I know schools (at least, around here) take bullying more seriously now than they did in years past. As a mom, I’m very, very glad of this. But it’s still a topic that needs to be discussed, so that it doesn’t slip back into being unofficially condoned. This is a book that is not afraid to address the issue of bullying.
But there’s so much more to this book than bullies. Tex is a wonderful character. I really felt like I got to know him, and was kind of sad to say good-bye when the book ended. Good thing there are sequels.
I’ve long been a fan of books about witches, but the way witchcraft is approached in this book is very refreshing. You see it through Tex’s eyes, and learn as you go, right along with him. Mistakes and all, which makes things all the more exciting.
I’m looking forward to more of Tex.
This book is intense. Some of the things that happened to these high school kids… well, it will take me a while to get over the instances of bullying depicted in the book. They still play through my mind, unbidden, while I’m trying to get to sleep. But maybe that’s a good thing. I know schools (at least, around here) take bullying more seriously now than they did in years past. As a mom, I’m very, very glad of this. But it’s still a topic that needs to be discussed, so that it doesn’t slip back into being unofficially condoned. This is a book that is not afraid to address the issue of bullying.
But there’s so much more to this book than bullies. Tex is a wonderful character. I really felt like I got to know him, and was kind of sad to say good-bye when the book ended. Good thing there are sequels.
I’ve long been a fan of books about witches, but the way witchcraft is approached in this book is very refreshing. You see it through Tex’s eyes, and learn as you go, right along with him. Mistakes and all, which makes things all the more exciting.
I’m looking forward to more of Tex.
January 28, 2014
Tex McKenna has had to grow up pretty fast. His dad’s in a wheelchair and his mom recently passed away. He’s also being bullied at school along with some of his friends and just found out he’s a hereditary witch, like his mom. If that’s not all weird enough, kids at Tex’s school are being murdered. Tex wants to help protect his friends and find the killer, so he goes to Mickey – his mother’s witchcraft mentor – to hone his newfound skills. Will it be enough to stop the bullies and the killer?
TEX, THE WITCH BOY is an excellent story about a boy dealing with loss, bullying, and the realization that his mother left him more than just her eyes or hair color. While the story is dark, there are some light points with Mickey and Olivia. I enjoyed the story and the positive message it gives to kids about standing up to bullies in an appropriate way. I do wish there had been a little more character detail in regard to the secondary characters, but overall this is a well-developed story. TEX, THE WITCH BOY really packs an emotional punch!
TEX, THE WITCH BOY is an excellent story about a boy dealing with loss, bullying, and the realization that his mother left him more than just her eyes or hair color. While the story is dark, there are some light points with Mickey and Olivia. I enjoyed the story and the positive message it gives to kids about standing up to bullies in an appropriate way. I do wish there had been a little more character detail in regard to the secondary characters, but overall this is a well-developed story. TEX, THE WITCH BOY really packs an emotional punch!
September 11, 2014
Poor Tex. Poor, poor Tex. That's all I kept thinking for a long time as this book begins. It's like he's some kind of sorrow magnet. He's the target for school bullies. His father is confined to a wheelchair. And, of course, his mother died a few years back. Nothing seems to ever go his way. When one of the school bullies winds up murdered, Tex is eyed as one of the potential suspects.
And then things get interesting. They get interesting in the form of a short, cranky old lady with blue hair. It turns out that Tex's mother was a witch. When he learns this, he's sent to Mickey Goldfarb (the aforementioned old lady and former instructor of his mother) to learn about witchcraft. As more dead bodies turn up, Tex is drawn further into the mystery. Only his newly-found magic can help save him.
For the last third of the book, I found it difficult to put down. In Tex and his friends, Stuart West creates lifelike characters that seem to click with me. Not only did I thoroughly enjoy this book, but I can't wait to get to the rest of the series.
And then things get interesting. They get interesting in the form of a short, cranky old lady with blue hair. It turns out that Tex's mother was a witch. When he learns this, he's sent to Mickey Goldfarb (the aforementioned old lady and former instructor of his mother) to learn about witchcraft. As more dead bodies turn up, Tex is drawn further into the mystery. Only his newly-found magic can help save him.
For the last third of the book, I found it difficult to put down. In Tex and his friends, Stuart West creates lifelike characters that seem to click with me. Not only did I thoroughly enjoy this book, but I can't wait to get to the rest of the series.
October 18, 2014
Tex the Witch Boy
This is a great YA story that ventures into a lot of gentres. I refuse to label it. I loved that. It explores bullies, friendships, paranormal, witchcraft, suspense, and just a touch of romance. What am I forgetting? A great drama, the plot has twists and turns that keep a reader guessing, not trusting the author. The bullying scenes are so realistic, they are tough to read. Two scenes had me sitting on the edge of the couch, not able to read fast enough. Humour creeps in, just when needed.
The story focus’ on a teenager and his struggles in high school. Tex is not popular. Far from it. Once again, I’m cheering on the underdog. Characters are well developed. Olivia, O as she’s called is nothing shy of spunky. Don’t mess with her. She is one of my favourites.
Some characters are loveable, others despicable, despised. Well done, Mr. West. This is the second book of yours that I have read and thoroughly enjoyed. You have a fan. I'm looking forward to witnessing your growth as an author. Next… 4 1/2 well deserved stars
This is a great YA story that ventures into a lot of gentres. I refuse to label it. I loved that. It explores bullies, friendships, paranormal, witchcraft, suspense, and just a touch of romance. What am I forgetting? A great drama, the plot has twists and turns that keep a reader guessing, not trusting the author. The bullying scenes are so realistic, they are tough to read. Two scenes had me sitting on the edge of the couch, not able to read fast enough. Humour creeps in, just when needed.
The story focus’ on a teenager and his struggles in high school. Tex is not popular. Far from it. Once again, I’m cheering on the underdog. Characters are well developed. Olivia, O as she’s called is nothing shy of spunky. Don’t mess with her. She is one of my favourites.
Some characters are loveable, others despicable, despised. Well done, Mr. West. This is the second book of yours that I have read and thoroughly enjoyed. You have a fan. I'm looking forward to witnessing your growth as an author. Next… 4 1/2 well deserved stars
December 17, 2015
Tex, The Witch Boy, is a Young Adult Paranormal Thriller by Stuart R. West that deals with teenage angst, bullying, and first love. The heartbreaker is the loss of his mother but with loss comes discovery. In each life, a little rain must fall, and it's how we deal with what life throws at us that makes us who we are. Tex is no different.
His usual practice is to walk away from the bullies, but when he learns he's a witch, and a suspect in the murder of classmates, Tex, no longer turns the other cheek. He gets involved, stands up to the bullies, and works to learn as much as he can about his newfound powers.
Mickey, a woman who speaks her mind, takes no guff, and tries her best to guide Tex through the world of witches is my favorite character. But all of Stuart West's characters are well drawn, his mystery ingeniously plotted and the outcome a complete surprise!
I highly recommend Tex, The Witch Boy for all lovers of the Paranormal, YA inclined or not.
His usual practice is to walk away from the bullies, but when he learns he's a witch, and a suspect in the murder of classmates, Tex, no longer turns the other cheek. He gets involved, stands up to the bullies, and works to learn as much as he can about his newfound powers.
Mickey, a woman who speaks her mind, takes no guff, and tries her best to guide Tex through the world of witches is my favorite character. But all of Stuart West's characters are well drawn, his mystery ingeniously plotted and the outcome a complete surprise!
I highly recommend Tex, The Witch Boy for all lovers of the Paranormal, YA inclined or not.
July 2, 2013
I highly recommend this book...it's so not what you think! This story, about one of high school's unpopular kids who finds out he's a witch is tale of so much more than a witch boy. It's about love, loss, friendship, betrayal, murder, bullying, standing up for yourself and those you love...too much to name. I found myself flying through the pages to find out who the murderer was and I absolutely adored Tex and his cast of wacky friends. Give this book a shot...you won't be sorry because the writing is impeccable and full of so much emotion! And the way the author gets the message across about bullying is eye opening! If you ask me this book should be a must read to all high schoolers! Looking forward to the sequel to this series and anything else from Stuart West!
July 2, 2013
I highly recommend this book...it's so not what you think! This story, about one of high school's unpopular kids who finds out he's a witch is tale of so much more than a witch boy. It's about love, loss, friendship, betrayal, murder, bullying, standing up for yourself and those you love...too much to name. I found myself flying through the pages to find out who the murderer was and I absolutely adored Tex and his cast of wacky friends. Give this book a shot...you won't be sorry because the writing is impeccable and full of so much emotion! And the way the author gets the message across about bullying is eye opening! If you ask me this book should be a must read to all high schoolers! Looking forward to the sequel to this series and anything else from Stuart West!
September 2, 2013
I have to be honest, it took me awhile to get into TEX, THE WITCH BOY, but once I did I enjoyed it.
Tex is a new witch with bully problems, girl problems, and murders to solve before his friends join the list of deceased.
While some of the characters are a bit stereotypical, the magic, and the way Tex uses it, isn't. I appreciate how Stuart helped Tex realize the answer to his bully problem, and I absolutely LOVED Olivia's snarkiness.
I'm a sucker for a who-dun-it, and this one kept me guessing. I did figure out the culprit (at the same time as Tex) then momentarily thought I was wrong thanks to some great writing by Stuart.
I'm looking forward to reading the next book in the series, TEX AND THE GANGS OF SUBURBIA.
Tex is a new witch with bully problems, girl problems, and murders to solve before his friends join the list of deceased.
While some of the characters are a bit stereotypical, the magic, and the way Tex uses it, isn't. I appreciate how Stuart helped Tex realize the answer to his bully problem, and I absolutely LOVED Olivia's snarkiness.
I'm a sucker for a who-dun-it, and this one kept me guessing. I did figure out the culprit (at the same time as Tex) then momentarily thought I was wrong thanks to some great writing by Stuart.
I'm looking forward to reading the next book in the series, TEX AND THE GANGS OF SUBURBIA.
May 13, 2013
This is not the kind of book I usually read but I really enjoyed it. I think it would appeal to teenagers and young adults. It is a light and easy read and had me laughing and then crying. Besides being entertaining, it deals with a serious issue, that of bullying. It's sad that some kids have to live in fear of bullys everday at school. In this novel, someone is killing the bullying jocks and four misfits are out to solve the crimes. The hero Tex, learns he is a witch and he uses his powers to try to figure it all out. I didn't see the end coming. I was totally taken by surprise about who the killer was. I would recommend this book to anyone who likes young adult novels.
January 15, 2014
Interesting premise with a teen boy witch that works!
I enjoyed reading about Tex's discovery and beginnings of his witch-related abilities. It was also fun to meet Tex's group of friends and acquaintances - a couple who are a hoot ;-)
Along with the issues of bullying, this story turns into a bit of a thriller mystery that kept my attention to the end.
I found this to be a good start to the series.
I enjoyed reading about Tex's discovery and beginnings of his witch-related abilities. It was also fun to meet Tex's group of friends and acquaintances - a couple who are a hoot ;-)
Along with the issues of bullying, this story turns into a bit of a thriller mystery that kept my attention to the end.
I found this to be a good start to the series.
November 20, 2013
Greatly enjoyed this book. Couldn't put it down until finished. The book was both humorous and heartwarming at times. It also told the horrors of being bullied! I want to read the the next in the series!
August 10, 2013
I really enjoyed reading this book.
It is very well written, with a lot of humour, and the characters are well portrayed.
I'm looking forward to read the next book in the series.
It is very well written, with a lot of humour, and the characters are well portrayed.
I'm looking forward to read the next book in the series.
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February 14, 2016**4 Stars** Review on Boundless Book Reviews.
January 27, 2016
Awesome well written book !
Recommended for everyone to read ! This would make a great gift for any friend anywhere ! Share it with a friend today !!
Recommended for everyone to read ! This would make a great gift for any friend anywhere ! Share it with a friend today !!
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