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Told in chapters alternating between Jim in the present and James Lowe and the Hemmings family in 1972, Perfect has an intriguing premise when two seconds are added to the clock in order to correct the rotational force of the earth. It goes unnoticed by most, but for 11-year old friends, Byron Hemmings and James Lowe, it is a perceived correction that alters the course of their lives.
Byron's mother, Diana, is married to the ultra-controlling Seymour, who directs the family's life despite commuting home only on weekends. When Diana is seemingly involved in an accident during the two second correction, a chain of events is set in motion that results in "Operation Perfect'" by the two boys. Diana is the "perfect" foil for the conniving Beverley, who is able to ingratiate herself into the Hemmings' lives despite the boys' efforts to avert her manipulations of the fragile Diana.
This is a very well-written book with several layers and a final message about the depth of meaningful friendships. I am grateful to Random House for the opportunity to review it.
Byron's mother, Diana, is married to the ultra-controlling Seymour, who directs the family's life despite commuting home only on weekends. When Diana is seemingly involved in an accident during the two second correction, a chain of events is set in motion that results in "Operation Perfect'" by the two boys. Diana is the "perfect" foil for the conniving Beverley, who is able to ingratiate herself into the Hemmings' lives despite the boys' efforts to avert her manipulations of the fragile Diana.
This is a very well-written book with several layers and a final message about the depth of meaningful friendships. I am grateful to Random House for the opportunity to review it.
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