The Scar Boys : a novel
SKU: 62444037293

The Scar Boys : a novel

Sale price$9.89 Regular price$10.99
Save 10%

Shipping Estimate
USA
  • USA
  • CAN

Ships within 48 hours · Estimated delivery Jul 6 - Jul 11

Promo Codes Available:

For Your Every Summer RSVP, with Code: SUMMER15

Description

The Scar Boys : a novelA severely burned teenager. A guitar. Punk rock. The chords of a rock 'n' roll road trip in a coming of age novel that is a must read story about finding your place in the world . . . even if you carry scars inside and out. In attempting to describe himself in his college application essay to "help us to become acquainted with you beyond your courses, grades, and test scores" Harbinger (Harry) Jones goes way beyond the 250 word limit and gives a full

A severely burned teenager. A guitar. Punk rock. The chords of a rock 'n' roll road trip in a coming-of-age novel that is a must-read story about finding your place in the world . . . even if you carry scars inside and out.

In attempting to describe himself in his college application essay--to "help us to become acquainted with you beyond your courses, grades, and test scores"--Harbinger (Harry) Jones goes way beyond the 250-word limit and gives a full account of his life. The first defining moment: the day the neighborhood goons tied him to a tree during a lightning storm when he was 8 years old, and the tree was struck and caught fire. Harry was badly burned and has had to live with the physical and emotional scars, reactions from strangers, bullying, and loneliness that instantly became his everyday reality. The second defining moment: the day in eighth grade when the handsome, charismatic Johnny rescued him from the bullies and then made the startling suggestion that they start a band together. Harry discovered that playing music transported him out of his nightmare of a world, and he finally had something that compelled people to look beyond his physical appearance. Harry's description of his life in his essay is both humorous and heart-wrenching. He had a steeper road to climb than the average kid, but he ends up learning something about personal power, friendship, first love, and how to fit in the world. While he's looking back at the moments that have shaped his life, most of this story takes place while Harry is in high school and the summer after he graduates.

Shipping Notes
  • Free Standard Shipping on $100+ Orders to the USA.
  • Except Preorder products are shipped in 48 hours.
  • Delivery to the USA:
  1. Standard Shipping : 3-10 business days
  • If time is of the essence, please consider selecting expedited delivery for faster service.
Exchange/Return Notes
  • We offer a 30-day return/exchange service after receiving.
  • Final sale items are not eligible for returns or exchanges.
  • To process your return/exchange, please contact us at [email protected]
  • Please click here for more details>>> Return & Exchange Policy
SKU: 62444037293

Discover Niche Categories That Outsell

Top-Converting Item to Boost Your Average Order

4.4 ★★★★★
Based on 143 reviews
Sort
Highest Rating
Newest First
Oldest First
Product Reviews
D
Verified Purchase
DEBORAH L HOGUE
Charlottesville, US
★★★★★ 5
Book
Format: Paperback
My grand daughter loved this book!!
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2026
A
Verified Purchase
AubHal
Lexington, US
★★★★★ 5
A plus!
Format: Paperback
I’ve been trying so hard to get my 10 year old daughter with Dyslexia to enjoy reading. I bought this book hoping it would reel her in since she recently joined a swim team. It absolutely did. She loved it and now wants to read more. As an avid reader myself I am so so happy that she has finally read something she enjoyed and didn’t have to be forced to read. Thank you!!
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2026
M
Verified Purchase
Marcetinna King
Birmingham, US
★★★★★ 5
GREAT book for children! The kids & adults will love it!
Format: Paperback, Format: Paperback
Ordered this book for our Summer reading program and it was awesome and very relatable to the kids! Awesome job! Trust me, you won't be disappointed! The kids LOVED the storyline and the graphics so much and wanted to continue to read it when time was up after each program, which is a good thing! Here is a photo we took in our last day!
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2025
A
Verified Purchase
Ashley S.
Draper, US
★★★★★ 4
love
Format: Kindle
It is a good read and kid a br appropriate I love it it’s just so good i love it 🥰.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2026
L
Verified Purchase
Lisa Lantz
Lake Worth, US
★★★★★ 5
love it!
Format: Kindle
The art and the story is amazing! As a swimmer, I can relate to many of the successes and struggles the characters face throughout the book. Thank you for illustrating and writing this book, and I hope it inspires many readers to swim!
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2025

recommand products