Mysterious Skin

Name: Mysterious Skin
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SKU: 9780060841690
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By Scott Heim

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Mysterious Skin by Scott Heim delves into the intertwined lives of two boys who come of age in the Kansas suburbs. Each grapples with a traumatic event from their childhood, leading one on a path of obsessive belief in alien abductions, while the other becomes a rebellious teen seeking to escape his past. Their separate journeys uncover deeply buried truths, exploring themes of memory, identity, and healing.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to powerful narratives that explore the complexities of trauma, identity, and healing through the lives of two teenage boys. Its haunting and empathetic portrayal of difficult themes is both thought-provoking and moving, offering a deep dive into the resilience of the human spirit.

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"Wrenching . . . powerfully sensuous." — New York Times

"As searing and unforgettable as an electric shock." —Kirkus Reviews

At the age of eight Brian Lackey is found bleeding under the crawl space of his house, having endured something so traumatic that he cannot remember an entire five–hour period of time.

During the following years he slowly recalls details from that night, but these fragments are not enough to explain what happened to him, and he begins to believe that he may have been the victim of an alien encounter. Neil McCormick is fully aware of the events from that summer of 1981. Wise beyond his years, curious about his developing sexuality, Neil found what he perceived to be love and guidance from his baseball coach. Now, ten years later, he is a teenage hustler, unaware of the dangerous path his life is taking. His recklessness is governed by idealized memories of his coach, memories that unexpectedly change when Brian comes to Neil for help and, ultimately, the truth.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Mysterious Skin by Scott Heim is praised for its unforgettable intensity and provocative imagination. Kirkus Reviews describes it as searing and electric, while the San Francisco Chronicle commends Heim's courage in taking risks. Furthermore, Lambda Book Report considers it a noteworthy debut, and The New York Times highlights its wrenching and sensuous nature.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780060841690

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 May 2005

Country: United States

Imprint: HarperPerennial

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 231g

Pages: 304

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About the Author

The author of two novels and a volume of poetry, Scott Heim has written for numerous publications, including The Advocate, Village Voice, and Nerve.com. He lives in Boston.