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Thee Dangerous Days of Daniel X

Critic 1:This is very much a boys book. Fifteen year old Daniel X is an alien hunter - as were his parents, who died when he was only 3 years old. Daniel is trying to finish his parent's job by killing the most bloodthirsty aliens possible from a long list. At number 6, Ergent Seth is Daniel's most difficult alien so far. Capable of shape shifting and mind control; Ergent Seth is also busily seeking to ruin Earth and other planets by totally destroying them. Seeking to save human children from being captured and enslaved by alien spacemen, Daniel X comes into a violent confrontation with Ergent Seth. Who will win? As Daniel soon discovers the stakes are higher than he at first thought. Unusual is perhaps the best description of this book.

Daniel is an alien, capable of incredible things; yet determined to act as an Earth guardian. His only friends are imaginary - or are they? A well thought out concept, which actually works. The pace is fast and furious, something new seems to happen on almost every page. Boys will undoubtedly enjoy this book, particularly the conflict and alien adventures.

http://www.monstersandcritics.com/books/reviews/article_1452888.php/Book_Review_The_Dangerous_Days_of_Daniel_X_by_James_Patterson_and_Michael_Ledwidge

Critic 2: When readers pick up a **James Patterson** novel, it’s not for in-depth characterization, detailed worldbuilding, poetic prose, or thought-provoking examinations. They pick up a **James Patterson** novel because they are accessible, fun to read, and above all, entertaining. In “//The Dangerous Days of Daniel X//”, the author continues his winning formula, and even though the book is tailored more to the preteen crowd, I have no doubt that **James Patterson’s** latest will be another runaway success… http://fantasybookcritic.blogspot.com/2008/07/dangerous-days-of-daniel-x-by-james.html

Critic 3

This is very much a boys book. Fifteen year old Daniel X is an alien hunter - as were his parents, who died when he was only 3 years old. Daniel is trying to finish his parent's job by killing the most bloodthirsty aliens possible from a long list. At number 6, Ergent Seth is Daniel's most difficult alien so far. Capable of shape shifting and mind control; Ergent Seth is also busily seeking to ruin Earth and other planets by totally destroying them. Seeking to save human children from being captured and enslaved by alien spacemen, Daniel X comes into a violent confrontation with Ergent Seth. Who will win? As Daniel soon discovers the stakes are higher than he at first thought. Unusual is perhaps the best description of this book.

Daniel is an alien, capable of incredible things; yet determined to act as an Earth guardian. His only friends are imaginary - or are they? A well thought out concept, which actually works. The pace is fast and furious, something new seems to happen on almost every page. Boys will undoubtedly enjoy this book, particularly the conflict and alien adventures.

http://www.monstersandcritics.com/books/reviews/article_1452888.php/Book_Review_The_Dangerous_Days_of_Daniel_X_by_James_Patterson_and_Michael_Ledwidge

Critic 4 James Patterson, bestselling author of //Maximum Ride// and The Alex Cross series, is back with a book geared for the young adult market. Written together with Michael Ledwidge (also co-authored //Step on a Crack// with Patterson), //Dangerous Days// is a cross between comic book hero tale and sci-fi. Written for readers from "ten to a hundred and ten," Patterson has been careful to keep this book acceptably clean and family-friendly. The story begins with Daniel learning to use his secret abilities, It seems he is (as were his parents before him) able to create. He can shift atoms to do as he pleases - with a few limitations, of course. Like most super-heroes, Daniel is on a mission. He's in search of his parent's killer, whom he must find within the ranks of the aliens all around us on the planet. He has 'The List' to aid him in his quest and to guide him in fulfilling his parent's mission as well. When Daniel befriends a new girl at school (after shifting atoms to create parents and dodge a truancy officer) he thinks things might be looking up. His first - and only - human friend gives him hope. But what he doesn't know about his new friend may be the end of him. I really enjoyed this book. It's fun, easy to read and would be perfect for a day at the beach or, if you're landlocked like me, a day at the park. Patterson and Ledwidge keep the story light and its fast-paced style will make it a hit with young and old alike. It's definitely different from other books of Patterson's that I've read, but I think I actually enjoyed it more. I appreciate books like this - quite clean and unique.  http://blogcritics.org/books/article/book-review-the-dangerous-days-of/

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