Only eric knows the truthhes not cold, hes on fire, burning with a need he just cant explain. Read iceman by chris lynch available from rakuten kobo. Iceman book by chris lynch official publisher page. Chris lynch lynch, chris used books, rare books and new books. Iceman isbn 9781442460010 pdf epub chris lynch ebook. Meettheauthor recording with chris lynch about angry young man. We personally assess every book s quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures.
The other guys on erics hockey team call him the iceman, because hes a heartless player, cold as ice. A teen revives the legacy of his lost brother in this compelling novel from the author of inexcusable, a national. Chris lynch books list of books by author chris lynch. Iceman book by chris lynch official publisher page simon. Fourteenyearold eric, a ruthless hockey player prone to. The other guys on erics hockey, isbn 9781442460010 buy the iceman ebook.
Even his teammates loathe him and refer to him as the animal because he seems out of control. Pages are intact and are not marred by notes or highlighting, but may contain a neat previous owner name. Chris lynch is a national book award finalist and the author of many highly acclaimed books for young adults, including the big game of everything, who the. That happens because he is angry and sad about his grandparents dieing that he was very close. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. Printz honor book, some of his works are intended for a highschool level audience. Iceman by chris lynch is eric as cold as the ice he skates on. Violence, substance abuse, death and depression are just a few of the tough topics acclaimed author chris lynch has tackled in his works for young adults. The iceman, a biography of richard kuklinski by anthony bruno. The other guys on erics hockey team call him the iceman, because hes a. Chris lynch books, author biography, and reading level. Born in boston, chris lynch is the printz honor awardwinning author of several highly acclaimed young adult novels, including freewill, gold dust, iceman, gypsy davy, and shadowboxer, all ala best books for young adults. One of the pleasures of writing for this age group. Now, in his latest book for teens, inexcusable, lynch delves into the often taboo subject of date rape and as an intriguing twist, tells the.
Each week, our editors select the one author and one book they believe to be most worthy of your attention and highlight them in our pro connect email alert. Like his more controlled shadow boxer, lynch s second novel filters adolescent angst through a believable sports setting. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Chris lynch is a scottish author of books for young people. Chris lynch fourteenyearold eric, a ruthless hockey player prone to violence on the ice, tries to reconcile his own needs with those of his parents. This book was a fast read, but it didnt keep my attention. Chris lynch is the printz honor awardwinning author of several highly acclaimed young adult novels, including printz honor book freewill, iceman, gypsy davy, and shadow boxerall ala best books for young adultsas well as killing time in crystal city, little blue lies, pieces, kill switch, angry young man, and inexcusable, which was a national book award finalist and the recipient of. Iceman, shadow boxer, gold dust, and slot machine, all ala best books for young adults. His works include inexcusable, a finalist for the national book award, and iceman, shadow boxer, gold dust, and slot machine, all ala best books for young adults. Iceman ebook by chris lynch 9781442460034 rakuten kobo. National book award for young peoples literature, and iceman,the right fight, shadow boxer, gold dust, and slot machine, all ala best books for young adults. On the ice, he is a violent animal that destroys anything in his path. Chris lynch is a national book award finalist and the author of many highly acclaimed books for young adults, including the big game of everything, who the man, and the michael l.
After all hes only playing hockey because his father is making him. His parents recount the tale of his mother, brenda, going into labor with him as they watched the film, arsenic and old lace. He mentors aspiring writers and continues to work on new literary projects. Eric, the narrator, lives for hockey and his collection of offbeat pets. A disaffected hockey player tries to use the sports violence to reconcile his inner turmoil. A copy that has been read, but remains in excellent condition. He also mentors aspiring writers and teaches in the creative writing. Isbn 9780785776550 9780785776550 tandem library, 1995. Confessions of a mafia hitman, a biography of richard kuklinski by philip carl. The other guys on erics hockey team call him the iceman, because hes a hea. Iceman by chris lynch 20, hardcover for sale online ebay.
In his second novel, the author of shadow boxer 1993 again depicts two brothers grappling with a violence spawned by their father. Like his more controlled shadow boxer, lynchs second novel filters adolescent angst through a believable sports setting. With a tough family life, he starts to spend time around the mortuary, and questions his violence, along with himself. An exlibrary book and may have standard library stamps andor stickers. See all books authored by chris lynch, including i pledge allegiance, and sharpshooter, and more on. Printz honor book freewill, as well as iceman, shadow boxer, gold dust, and slot machine, all four ala best books for young adults and winners of several other prestigious awards. Steven samuel stafford was born may 31, 1976 in martin, tennessee. Iceman by chris lynch is an amazing story about a 14year old hockey lover. Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers. The other guys on erics hockey team call him the iceman, because hes a heartless. Get it today with same day delivery, order pickup or drive up. He is also the author of freewill, gold dust, iceman, gypsy davy, and shadowboxer, all ala best books for young adults. He is also the author of extreme elvin, whitechurch, and all the old haunts. Iceman, hong kongchinese film iceman, episode of ncis.
Get the best deal by comparing prices from over 100,000 booksellers. In striving to enrich the lives of all readers, teachingbooks supports the first amendment and celebrates the right to read. Summary duane is a senior in high school, very athletic and tall. I think that people should read this book if they are into hockey, or if they want a dramatic book that involves family problems, or if they would like to read a good book. Pulling the plug means giving up, giving up all hope that hell come out of the coma, that hell wake up again for his brother and best friend. This book by chris lynch is awesome he did a great job of having first person narration throughout the whole book at different times. Chris lynch born july 2, 1962 is an american writer of books for young people. Fourteenyearold eric, a ruthless hockey player prone to violence on the ice, tries to reconcile his own needs with those of his parents. This familys tough decision is made the tiniest bit better by knowing that their 20yearold sons organs will improve life for several other people. Chris lynch is the printz honor awardwinning author of several highly acclaimed young adult novels, including printz honor book freewill, iceman, gypsy davy, and shadow boxerall ala best books for young adultsas well as killing time in crystal. This time the younger boy is the viewpoint character.
His earliest exposures to the horror genre were his gr. Iceman by chris lynch book cover, description, publication history. I was the kind of guy who could sever another guys head without feeling a thing. May 03, 20 i didnt plan to write for kids, says young adult author chris lynch. Author interview chris lynch, author of inexcusable. I didnt plan to write for kids, says young adult author chris lynch.
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