[A] wry, stylish tale.
New York Times
Etches its way onto the heart and leaves a mark.
Kirkus Reviews
Distinguished in every way.
School Library Journal starred review
Compelling.This book not only captures the feeling of what it is like to form a band, but also the reasons why you form a band. It took my back to that time of being in a van on my very first tour.
Peter Buck, R.E.M.
A witty tale of a bullied teen boy saved by rock ‘n’ roll. Vlahos does a tremendous job of dealing with serious themes while still providing an enjoyable read that has many exciting and fun moments.
Common Sense Media
This survivor story looks addiction, bullying and isolation in the eye and doesn’t blink.
Justine Magazine
All hail Lincoln Hoppe… (Lincoln is the narrator of The Scar Boys, audiobook.)
Good Books Good Wine
Thought-provoking… heartbreaking! humorous! Harry learns about “true friendship, first loves and feeling peace.
Deseret News
Wise and heartwarming, Harry’s story will stay with you long after the novel ends.
Powell’s City of Books, Staff Pick
Full of great rock music and complicated characters, this book is a quick read for anyone who loves music and it’s power.
Ren, Books Inc. Blog
An amazing debut novel, it has a winning mix of punk rock, guitars and real life.
Waking Brain Cells
If RJ Palacio’s Wonder was a young adult novel, it’d be something like The Scar Boys.
Fantastic Fiction
Read this book, now. If it’s currently on your wish list, move it to the top, and if it’s not, then it really should be.
Books and Quilts
…the easy voice and writing style [made] it feel like Harry was sitting next to me, telling me his story.
Strung Out On Books
This is one of those wonderful novels where you are completely immersed from the very first page, and are nothing but satisfied by the time you close the book.
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