Summary
Andy is fifteen years old. He and his dad have just moved into a new home when he receives a "prank call" in which the caller tried to convince Andy that he had killed a young woman. Andy tries to persuade the authorities that there is a real threat; however, everyone believes that he is "crying wolf." Ultimately, it is up to him to prove that a crime is about to be committed.
My Impression
Wow! This book was so suspenseful I had to put it down several times. I caught myself trying to talk the main character out of doing something that he might regret. This book is an edge-of-your-seat ride. I started reading it and I did not want to put it down until I found out if everything was okay. I think that both middle school and high school students will love this book.
Reviews
With a riveting beginning and a captivating follow-through, this book has a wide appeal to the YA audience. In this page turner, 15-year-old Andy innocently picks up the ringing phone, not realizing that his life is about to change dramatically. The caller confesses to having stabbed a student at the college where Andy's father works. No one believes Andy, who dutifully relates the details of this disturbing call to his father and the police. Even Andy is unsure when he discovers that the supposed victim is remarkably well and unharmed. He realizes that the caller has not yet completed his dastardly deed, and it is up to Andy alone to prevent the murder from taking place.
Lesesne, T. S., Beers, G. K., & Buckman, L. (1996). Wolf rider: A tale of terror. Journal of Adolescent & Adult Literacy, 40(4), 317-317. Retrieved from http://search.proquest.com/docview/216924222?accountid=7113
Suggestions for Use in Library
- Book talk - include in suspense books.
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