ISLAND BOYZ
 

 
Feel the rush of leaping off a cliff into a ravine. Know what it's like when a brother returns from war changed forever. See deep into the mystery of sharks and spirit guides. Survive prep school, hurricanes, the night shift at Taco Bell, first love.

Graham Salisbury is an island boy himself. In this rich collection, his love for Hawaii -- for the land, for its boyz and the amazing girls in their lives -- shines through every story.
 

REVIEWS:

"An outstanding collection of short stories set in Hawaii... The beauty of ISLAND BOYZ is that it covers a wide spectrum of situations and emotions, from the effects of war on small-town life to the irrepressible adventure of deep-sea fishing. Its power is in the creative and credible narrative voices. Salisbury has artfully crafted difficult situations into recognizable facts of life in this terrific contribution to short-story collections."
--School Library Journal, starred

"This collection of short stories set in Hawaii is a reading experience that young boys will not soon forget. It explores life lessons including difficult decisions, the reality of war, and love. Although the book has strong messages, readers will enjoy the stories. Bottom line: a collection of short stories that young teens will enjoy."
--Online Review, four stars

"As always, Salisbury's Hawaiian settings are evocatively and lovingly described, and he realistically captures the feelings - both universal and unique - of his island boys. Or boyz. Whatever. (P.D.S.)"
-- The Horn Book

Read some additional reviews here (Full text).

AWARDS:

Best of the Best 2002, Booklist Editor's Choice:
2003 Books for the Teen Age, New York Public Library 
"Best of the Best" 2003, Chicago Public Library's list 

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