Ness, P.  (2008).  The knife of never letting go.  Boston, MA:  Candlewick Press  Todd Hewitt  is a boy is that embarking into manhood.  However, as he’s about to become a man, a truth (although really pretending to never know) is revealed and he realizes he cannot continue living  in this place called Prentisstown.  Moreover, Prentisstown is awkwardly set on the idea that women cannot exist and is dominated by a germ called Noise, which allows every person’s thoughts to be known.  After escaping, he meets a person that is foreign to him: a girl named Viola.  Together they travel in search of a safe place called Haven, but unfortunately they discover it has been abandoned.  While Viola becomes injured, Todd and President Prentiss, continue in search of a place to call home and an opportunity for happiness. The book is clearly suspenseful and very intricate.  While some chapters were simple to follow, others, I had to read  and then reread to fully grasp what was going on.  However, the details and symbolism of various objects and places provided a well written story.  The book concludes with an ending that was not ideal for me.  I was unaware there are additional stories that follow; however, any reader would get hooked to read the next book.  As a teacher, clearly this story is appropriate for older students, 15 years and older.  Also, it provides an excellent example of a book that provides all  the elements of a fictional story (and more) that is rigorous and ideal for discussion.  Criteria: The plot is designed to show an intricate story line that possess all the appropriate elements to keep the reader thrilled. For example the suspenseful introduction that clearly doesn't explain what is going on.  However, once the reader dives deeper, the climax continues to build an interest for any reader.