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The Stone Boys Kindle Edition

by Michael Gurian (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 25 ratings
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New York Times bestselling author of The Wonder of Boys "(Michael Gurian) convincingly illustrates . . . the peculiar pain and potential loneliness of being a boy in America today." --Time Magazine When Ben Brickman and Dave McConnell learn of each other’s hidden sexual abuse trauma, they decide to confront their demons by abducting a dangerous high school bully. After their plan for revenge takes a shocking turn, the boys must grapple with good and evil and what it means to be a man. Drawn in part from the author's personal experience as a sexual abuse survivor, The Stone Boys is both a dramatic page-turner and a profoundly emotional read. Arriving as our society contends with a crisis of childhood sexual abuse, The Stone Boys is not only timely and courageous -- but the first of its kind. Praise for The Stone Boys: "Gripping . . . An example of gritty realism. Recommended for mature students." --School Library Journal “Gurian incorporates autobiographical elements into a story built not around easy answers but anguished inner arguments . . . of use for discussing the cycle of abuse.” --Kirkus Reviews "A uniquely powerful novel by one of America's leading experts on the subject of boys. Protagonist Ben Brickman's journey to deal with his deepest emotions is relentlessly and authentically written . . . unforgettable." --Terry Trueman, Printz Honor Author of Stuck in Neutral “The Stone Boys is unlike any other YA novel . . . a page turner . . . it can lead to discussions about any trauma one is dealing with.” --Tina Reed, medium.com “The Stone Boys makes it safe for boys to deal with experiences and topics not usually verbalized. This book will be part of their shaping journey to becoming good men.” --Gregory Jantz, Ph.D., founder of The Center, A Place of Hope, and author of Healing the Scars of Emotional Abuse "Michael Gurian masterfully tackles this difficult subject as he portrays the awkwardness, confusion, and shame the two boys endure . . . This is an important book that should be read and discussed by boys and men, and by anyone who loves a boy or a man." --Barbara Mulvey Little, Author of The Secrets Underneath "The Stone Boys dives deep into the trauma of bullying and abuse and comes out just as our culture is taking the lid off the pain too many have buried for too long. Compelling and profound." --Pastor Tim Wright, Community of Grace Lutheran Church
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    212 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Sticky notes
    On Kindle Scribe
  4. Publication date
    September 23, 2019
  5. Reading age
    14 - 18 years
  6. Grade level
    8 - 12
  7. File size
    2434 KB
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"Gurian incorporates autobiographical elements into a story built not around easy answers but anguished inner arguments . . . of use for discussing the cycle of abuse."

--Kirkus Reviews

"The Stone Boys is a uniquely powerful novel by one of America's leading experts on the subject of boys. Protagonist Ben Brickman's journey to deal with his deepest emotions is relentlessly and authentically written . . . unforgettable."

--Terry Trueman, Printz Honor Author of Stuck in Neutral

"The Stone Boys makes it safe for boys to deal with experiences and topics not usually verbalized. This book will be part of their shaping journey to becoming good men."

--Gregory Jantz, Ph.D., founder of The Center, A Place of Hope, and author of Healing the Scars of Emotional Abuse

"The Stone Boys dives deep into the trauma of bullying and abuse and comes out just as our culture is taking the lid off the pain too many have buried for too long. Compelling and profound."

--Pastor Tim Wright, Community of Grace Lutheran Church

"Michael Gurian masterfully tackles this difficult subject as he portrays the awkwardness, confusion, and shame the two boys endure . . . This is an important book that should be read and discussed by boys and men, and by anyone who loves a boy or a man."

--Barbara Mulvey Little, Author of The Secrets Underneath

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07YB759Y9
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Latah Books (September 23, 2019)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 23, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2434 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 212 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 25 ratings

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4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4 out of 5
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Mike
5.0 out of 5 stars Powerful
Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2019
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This is a troubling but important read. It is a hard story to read because it is full of real pain and emotional suffering, but it tells a very important story that people need to be exposed to because it may just help someone out there who is undergoing private trauma, thinking that he or she is alone -- or it may open the eyes of someone who thinks this sort of story is an invention by someone seeking publicity.. Gurian tells a story that is engaging, with characters we feel we know well and whose experiences we can appreciate it, even if we have not shared them. Along with the powerful message this book contains, it is a story with an interesting plot, as it does not telegraph anything that is going to happen. I don't know if it's a story for every middle-school student, but it is unfortunately the story of too many middle-school students. Bravo, Michael Gurian, for your courage in telling this story.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wow!
Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2020
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Let me start by saying this book darn on my wishlist for a long time. As a survivor myself, I tend to look for books, at least in this topic, where I can somewhat see my story. To be honest, I never have.

Once I started reading ,I just couldn't stop. **Spoilers** I loved the way you got to see to different outcomes of male childhood sexual abuse in two different people. It's a very honest story. That type of trauma affects each person differently. The story line was easy to follow. The characters well Dave and the twists were a perfect addition. You seriously think this book is going on way and it flips a U-turn.

I would love to see a second part to the book. Going into more detail about what happened to both Ben and Dave after that summer was over. Including how Bens parents took the news.
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Ben
5.0 out of 5 stars Unique and Powerful Book
Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2019
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This book is a one of a kind, young adult novel. It tell a distinct and profound story of a young boy, Ben, and how he deals with his deepest emotions and the struggle that this brings. Boys generally have not had the security and safety to openly deal with their emotions, but I believe this book is a great first step in making it more acceptable for boys to do so.
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Terry Trueman
5.0 out of 5 stars An amazingly brave achievement
Reviewed in the United States on October 5, 2019
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This story, a remarkable and unforgettable journey of survival, redemption and moral courage is at times a painful read, imagining the hurt and fear that boy abuse victims endure and fight to overcome. Michael Gurian shows incredible courage to go into this dark and painful part of his life. For fans of Gurian's powerful non-fiction books on boys and masculinity, The Stone Boys is a MUST read.
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ira amstadter
5.0 out of 5 stars Essential Reading
Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2019
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The Stone Boys is a powerful book. Those who have experienced the trauma of abuse will find within this story a launch pad for expressing their voices; those who know victims will find courage to hear; and all will find hope for healing.
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Dr. Todd J. Feltman
5.0 out of 5 stars Relevant, Memorable, and Poignant!
Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2019
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Powerful and Meaningful Novel! Michael approaches a very difficult subject with honesty and compassion. The characters are believable. After reading this novel, it should empower readers to constructively handful painful and emotional baggage.
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Abigail Adams
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Reviewed in the United States on November 21, 2019
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Intense topic but one that shouldn’t be avoided. Powerful.
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James E. Tobin
5.0 out of 5 stars Raw, honest and a must-read
Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2023
Michael Gurian understands the emotional lives of boys and men, and this is evident in his nonfiction and in this arresting novel. A survivor of child sexual abuse, he portrays his main protagonist, Ben Brickman, with all the complexities and ambiguities that confront victims and their struggles to deal with betrayal, fear and anger. The plot is gripping and the characters finely-drawn but what makes this book so important is its power to open the eyes and minds of readers.
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