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'A modern Catcher in the Rye ... written with generosity and warmth but also with an edgy, unpredictable intelligence' -- The Times 'Just in Case is brilliant. Meg Rosoff writes like a dream. Even the unbelievable was believable' -- Sally Gardner, author of I, Coriander Praise for How I Live Now: 'That rare, rare thing, a first novel with a sustained, magical and utterly fauntless voice. I knew she could persuade me to believe almost anything' -- Mark Haddon, author of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time 'A crunchily perfect knock-out of a debut novel' -- Guardian
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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Yes, it's supposedly a teenage book, and at 22 I am not a teenager. After reading 'How I Live Now' as part of a Children's Literature course in my final year of university and enjoying it greatly however I could not resist finding out what the pages of Meg Rosoff's latest book contained.
'Just In Case' is not an easy book to describe - the plot centres on the teenage David Case, who changes his name to Justin Case, attempts to change his image (helped along by a slightly older photographer who he comes to have feelings for) and becomes obsessed by fate and how long he is destined to live - to say anymore would spoil the plot.
The strength of the book lies in its delivery - the narrative occupies a unique, almost dream-like space that is rare in essentially realist fiction - this is believable, readable, surrealism. It isn't the masterpiece that 'How I Live Now' is, but readers of that particular tome will not be disappointed here, providing they can overlook the slightly "emo" teen angst that develops in some parts of the book.
'Just In Case' is not an easy book to describe - the plot centres on the teenage David Case, who changes his name to Justin Case, attempts to change his image (helped along by a slightly older photographer who he comes to have feelings for) and becomes obsessed by fate and how long he is destined to live - to say anymore would spoil the plot.
The strength of the book lies in its delivery - the narrative occupies a unique, almost dream-like space that is rare in essentially realist fiction - this is believable, readable, surrealism. It isn't the masterpiece that 'How I Live Now' is, but readers of that particular tome will not be disappointed here, providing they can overlook the slightly "emo" teen angst that develops in some parts of the book.
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
After not overly loving How I Live Now I went into Just in Case with a bit of trepidation but came out the other end absolutely loving it.
OK, so you have to suspend belief for some of the book but the writing is just right, with the precise amount of humour mixed in with all the worries of a teenage boy growing up and finding out about himself and about the real world and his part in it.
David's moment of realisation happens when he saves his brothers life and it suddenly becomes clear to him that he has to escape from fate otherwise he could end up falling victim to its pursuing clutches. In what could be seen as 'shirking' from responsibility, as I'm sure most teenage boys try to do as much as they can (I once was also included, and probably still am in this) David changes his name and tries a number of different ways to hide from fate.
All-in-all a great read that will have you thinking for a long-time afterwards
OK, so you have to suspend belief for some of the book but the writing is just right, with the precise amount of humour mixed in with all the worries of a teenage boy growing up and finding out about himself and about the real world and his part in it.
David's moment of realisation happens when he saves his brothers life and it suddenly becomes clear to him that he has to escape from fate otherwise he could end up falling victim to its pursuing clutches. In what could be seen as 'shirking' from responsibility, as I'm sure most teenage boys try to do as much as they can (I once was also included, and probably still am in this) David changes his name and tries a number of different ways to hide from fate.
All-in-all a great read that will have you thinking for a long-time afterwards
15 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I bought this for my teenage daughter, as we both loved How I Live Now. We've also both read Just in Case & it doesn't disappoint. Thought-provoking and very funny, it's a joy to read. Justin's grapplings with Fate, first love and just being a teenage boy make this a highly original book. Highly recommended for adults and teens alike.
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brilliant
I really enjoyed this book. i bought it after my English teacher recommended Meg Rosoff books to me. Read more
Published 1 month ago by sophie
A Very Sweet Rites Of Passage Novel
I've read three male teenage 'rites of passage' novels in the last couple of months; four if you count Pigeon English. Read more
Published 2 months ago by JohnBrassey
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Books purchased for LRC (Library) at school and as far as i am aware are all ok with no problems.
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Good Book!!
When i first read this book, I didn't really understand it, and didn't really seem to enjoy it... But then 3 years later, I decided to read it again with a fresh mind, and can say... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Pointless
Quirky, Orignial and Full of Rosoff's Style
3¾ Out of 5
"I can look down across the world and see everything. For instance, I can see you."
David Case is obsessed with Fate, and trying to outwit him/it. Read more
"I can look down across the world and see everything. For instance, I can see you."
David Case is obsessed with Fate, and trying to outwit him/it. Read more
Published 6 months ago by TheBookAddictedGirl
Enjoyed in parts but at times hard to read
For me the real strong draw of this book was the characters that surround Justin's world from his baby brother, Agnes, the cool girl that helps him change, and Peter, his best... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Sisterspooky
The second book from Meg Rosoff
After reading Meg Rosoff's first book, How I Live Now I was hooked. I though she was amazing, talented, a breath of fresh air, so after reading Just in Case I was slightly... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Alice in Wonderland
Just in Case
Oh. My.
I think Meg Rosoff is one of the most talented authors ever. First, she stuns us all with her first (and mind blowingly amazing) novel How I Live Now, then she goes... Read more
I think Meg Rosoff is one of the most talented authors ever. First, she stuns us all with her first (and mind blowingly amazing) novel How I Live Now, then she goes... Read more
Published 17 months ago
A must read book for all parents
There are moments in this book when you realise that what you hold in your hands is a classic of the future. Read more
Published 18 months ago by J. morris
Quirky and Magical
Just in Case is a book a child or adult can enjoy. Rosoff's writing and stories are quirky with a slightly alternate reality, which is what makes them so great. Read more
Published on 15 May 2010 by C. Jeffery
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