Ah, the first favorite to go up! I love this book (and series) that follows the life of Ben and his faithful dog Ned. Ben starts as an abused young boy running out of the frying pan into the fire as he leaves his miserable home and gets hauled on to The Flying Dutchman. And if you know your stories, this one doesn't end pretty. Cursed to live forever, yet with an angel's blessing, Ben and Ned roam the world giving hope and help to people in need.
The good stuff: Ben is pretty much the best guy ever (well, he is fictionaly...). He is kind to those who deserve it, and merciful to bullies.
The not hot stuff: Mr. Jacques uses the words "pal" and "mate" way too much! But other than that, this is a super clean book.
What I like about it: I love this book because it is about how there are bad things in life, but there is also good. Ben and Ned live forever, and you can imagine what kind of evil things they see, and yet they maintian a hopeful and open way of seeing life. They find joy in good people, good food and a good job done. How much better life would be if we were all like this! This book is geared towards younger teens, but I always enjoy the wistful goodness of Ben. And Ned.
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