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A review by theengineerisreading
We Are the Ants by Shaun David Hutchinson
5.0
We are the Ants by Shaun David Hutchinson is probably my last read for this month and I need some serious time to move on because this book is so deep, I almost drowned.
Revolving on the story of Henry Denton, a high school teen who is the apple of the eye of Calypso High School for being known as Space Boy or the boy who was being abducted by aliens. Unknowingly, the reason behind Henry's abduction is he was chosen by our extraterrestrial neighbors to decide whether the world still needs to be saved or not by pressing a red button. But having all these dilemmas in life involving his messed-up family, the suicide of his boyfriend, and the constant bullying at school, Henry decided that the world is too cruel and Earth needs a reset in general. However, the tables turned when Henry met Diego Vega, a mysterious transferee from Colorado who's into painting and art stuff. The question is, is it too late for Diego to enter Henry's life and make him choose to save the world? Or will the fate favor us and Henry push the button for the entire humanity?
First of all, I love how well-written each character in this book is. From our beloved Henry Denton to transforming Charlie and Zooey, it seems that Shaun David Hutchinson invested time in making sure each character stood out in their own unique way. My personal favorite is Nana because I have a soft spot for the elderlies and Ms. Faraci, as underrated as she is in CHS she still deserve all the recognition for helping Henry in keeping his chin up and braving the battle amidst all the hardships.
Another thing I so loved about this book is how real this is. I know the characters and the setting is all fictional but the concept and the passages in this book screams reality and it may be an understatement to say this but trust me, every human in this planet should be obliged to read this gem because that's how fantastic this is.
Lastly, it may be subtle in my own perspective but my key takeaway with this book is that it is always better to practice kindness. This world is already too cruel and unjust to even spread hate and animosity. Be kind. And let's make this world a better place to live in. Ciao.
Rating:5stars
Revolving on the story of Henry Denton, a high school teen who is the apple of the eye of Calypso High School for being known as Space Boy or the boy who was being abducted by aliens. Unknowingly, the reason behind Henry's abduction is he was chosen by our extraterrestrial neighbors to decide whether the world still needs to be saved or not by pressing a red button. But having all these dilemmas in life involving his messed-up family, the suicide of his boyfriend, and the constant bullying at school, Henry decided that the world is too cruel and Earth needs a reset in general. However, the tables turned when Henry met Diego Vega, a mysterious transferee from Colorado who's into painting and art stuff. The question is, is it too late for Diego to enter Henry's life and make him choose to save the world? Or will the fate favor us and Henry push the button for the entire humanity?
First of all, I love how well-written each character in this book is. From our beloved Henry Denton to transforming Charlie and Zooey, it seems that Shaun David Hutchinson invested time in making sure each character stood out in their own unique way. My personal favorite is Nana because I have a soft spot for the elderlies and Ms. Faraci, as underrated as she is in CHS she still deserve all the recognition for helping Henry in keeping his chin up and braving the battle amidst all the hardships.
Another thing I so loved about this book is how real this is. I know the characters and the setting is all fictional but the concept and the passages in this book screams reality and it may be an understatement to say this but trust me, every human in this planet should be obliged to read this gem because that's how fantastic this is.
Lastly, it may be subtle in my own perspective but my key takeaway with this book is that it is always better to practice kindness. This world is already too cruel and unjust to even spread hate and animosity. Be kind. And let's make this world a better place to live in. Ciao.
Rating:5stars