In the Path of Falling Objects

By Andrew Smith

Book Overview

Jonah and his younger brother, Simon, are on their own. They set out to find what's left of their family, carrying between them ten dollars, a backpack full of dirty clothes, a notebook, and a stack of letters from their brother, who is serving a tour in Vietnam. And soon into their journey, they have a ride. With a man and a beautiful girl who may be in love with Jonah. Or Simon. Or both of them. The man is crazy. The girl is desperate. This violent ride is only just beginning. And it will leave the brothers taking cover from hard truths about loyalty, love, and survival that crash into their lives. One more thing: The brothers have a gun. They're going to need it.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0312375581
• ISBN13: 9780312375584
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Feiwel & Friends
• Length: 326 Pages
• Weight: 1.02 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.1" x 8.4"
• Age Range: 13 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 8 and higher

Customer Reviews

Hold on tight.

This is a deep, intense thriller for teens, but adults will also be riveted. I read it till the early morning hours and then couldn't sleep -- the sign of an excellent reading experience. This is a dark story that is also artful and cinematic. Highly recommended.

One of the best books ever

I met this author at Book Expo in NYC. He had run out of ARC so promised to send one. He followed through and I read the book in August. I was compelled to email him when I finished the book. It was an outstanding piece of literature...for adults and young adults as well. I received a response from Andrew Smith and have since purchased several copies of both of his books for the school library. This week is Teen Read Week and we will be giving away t shirts, magnets and 10 copies of "In the Path of Falling Objects." Mr. Smith has assured me that his next book is even better than the first two. I find that hard to believe but cannot wait for it to be finished and released. Mr. Smith teaches high school so knows exactly what young adults are interested in reading. But don't fool yourself...you will love this book no matter your age.