Whitney L. Grady

I wish Goodreads allowed for half star ratings as I'd give I am Currency a 4.5. I enjoyed it quite a bit. I'd say it would be most enjoyed by kids starting at age 11 or 12 which is great as I have a 12 year old girl and 15 year old boy. Finding something I think they'd both like is hard. I am Currency could fill that job!

The main character Nevel has a photographic memory and his mind is filled with books that his parents 'fed' him since childhood. Since the mega crash, there are no books for public use anymore, except on Brary day where you can look at a book for 10 mins...seriously? Horrifying! While the story does center on Nevel and Quinn, the female lead, the most important part of this book is that it's about a world without books. Can you imagine? People use the knowledge they do have as currency and there is the Underground Book Movement and...well you'll have to read to learn more.

I will not give any spoilers but will say it is pretty fast paced. For the boys, there is the adventuring in the outback of Australia, outlaws, and chases. For the girls there is a little romance, adventure, and a strong female character to follow. Like I said earlier, it is good for a variety of ages and moms don't have to worry about anything being to risque or over-complicated.… (mais)