It’s not easy being a teenager and it’s even hard to be a teenager known as the Death Prophet. Just ask Luke Hunter, who predicted the death of his friend Stan – right down to license plate of the van that runs him down. Confused and terrified, Luke can’t bear to face his own grief or the attention his freakish ability garners. Instead, he hides behind his loud music and an addiction to prescription medication. However, turning away from his family and friends doesn’t stop the premonitions. Luke is haunted by a vision of a missing, harassed by local media and a Christian fundamentalist group. He has a confusing new crush and his best friend is freaking out. Dumping the pills, but clinging to the music, Luke looks for answers, only to realize that he hasn’t asked the right questions.
Filled with musical references and lots of swearing, “Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet” will be very appealing to teens. The rhythm of the story is somewhat uneven, but feels right for the voice of a confused, emotionally strained teenage boy.
Recommended for ages 14+
I read this book after readnig this review and absolutely loved it! There’s such great music in it and it’s written really nicely. I started reading another book right after this one, and I stopped because the writing just wasn’t as nice.