Susin Nielsen has created a fantastic new character in Henry, whose journal entries are infused with humor and provide a riveting read about a family in turmoil. The novel explores a very real problem plaguing every school campus across North America: bullying. A sensitive and emotionally charged topic, Susin Nielsen’s book can be used as an important springboard. "The Reluctant Journal of Henry K. Larsen by Susin Nielsen is an engaging grief story. Thought-provoking and relevant, it addresses the effects of bullying in a realistic, compelling and compassionate way, exemplifying the adage ‘There are two sides to every story.’/5(39). "The Reluctant Journal of Henry K. Larsen by Susin Nielsen is an engaging grief story. Thought-provoking and relevant, it addresses the effects of bullying in a realistic, compelling and compassionate way, exemplifying the adage ‘There are two sides to every story.’/5(36).
The Reluctant Journal of Henry K. Larsen is a well written, thoughtful novel about bullying. Populated by wonderful, realistic characters, with a great storyline, and a satisfying ending, this novel is a great choice for readers over the age of 9. Book Details: The Reluctant Journal of Henry K. Larsen by Susin Nielson. Tundra Books pp. The Reluctant Journal of Henry K. Larsen is published by Tundra Books and will be released on 11 September The author, Susin Nielsen, is the award winning writer of such books as Dear George Clooney: Please Marry My Mom and Word Nerd. DISCLAIMER - I received this book for review as an ARC galley from NetGalley. In Dear George Clooney, Please Marry My Mom, Violet gets teased by two girls at school. And in this novel, Henry isn't picked on a lot, but his brother was tormented terribly, and then he sees Farley getting it, too. And of course he chooses to stand up to them, at his own peril. Speaking of Farley, he's a wonderful character, as is Alberta.
The Reluctant Journal of Henry K Larsen is a dark yet hilarious novel about 13 year old Henry who is still trying to come to terms with the death of his brother Jesse and the awful thing that Jesse did. "The Reluctant Journal of Henry K. Larsen by Susin Nielsen is an engaging grief story. Thought-provoking and relevant, it addresses the effects of bullying in a realistic, compelling and compassionate way, exemplifying the adage ‘There are two sides to every story.’. “The Reluctant Journal of Henry K. Larsen” got a lot of lovely reviews by professionals in various newspapers. But this review, by a Grade 8 student named Vak, is far and away my favourite. He wrote it hoping to win a copy of the book in a contest put on by The [ ].
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