The Eyes of Kid Midas

Rating:
Summary: Highly Reccomended
Review: I can't even remember what it was exactly that first caught my eye about this book way back when it was new. But I still have my original copy and have read it several dozens times at least, and it is still a great read. The book is both appropriate for the younger crowd, the main character being at their age and acting like they would, but also for the older crowd as well as the main character acts out everything we would have done at that time, heh.

I think the most important part about the book is it doesn't shy away from the conqsequences, and right to the end his actions have major ramifications on the world around him. The ending is nice and fitting, with one small concession after it all to put a small smile on your face, just a little nod to him at the end of everything he goes through that I thought was a nice touch.

The cover claims it was being made into a movie, but sadly those plans seem to be long... long abandoned. I still like to hope once in a while that the book would see light of day as a movie, with modern CGI I think the ideas in the book could be given full justice, but until that hyopthetical day, we will have this great book to tide us over.

Can't beat it for the price, I highly reccommend anyone pick this up and give it a try.

Rating:
Summary: Highly Reccomended
Review: I can't even remember what it was exactly that first caught my eye about this book way back when it was new. But I still have my original copy and have read it several dozens times at least, and it is still a great read. The book is both appropriate for the younger crowd, the main character being at their age and acting like they would, but also for the older crowd as well as the main character acts out everything we would have done at that time, heh.

I think the most important part about the book is it doesn't shy away from the conqsequences, and right to the end his actions have major ramifications on the world around him. The ending is nice and fitting, with one small concession after it all to put a small smile on your face, just a little nod to him at the end of everything he goes through that I thought was a nice touch.

The cover claims it was being made into a movie, but sadly those plans seem to be long... long abandoned. I still like to hope once in a while that the book would see light of day as a movie, with modern CGI I think the ideas in the book could be given full justice, but until that hyopthetical day, we will have this great book to tide us over.

Can't beat it for the price, I highly reccommend anyone pick this up and give it a try.

Rating:
Summary: Loved It
Review: I may have read this book three years ago, but since then this book has remained clear in my memory. The wishes Kevin Midas made were tempting to make but hard to get rid of. He soon realizes that his glasses that he found on top of a mountain had saved his life and granted him many many wishes that came with consequences. The glasses have mystical powers and become more and more trouble for Kevin as the novel progresses. Truly a great read.

-Mikey

Rating:
Summary: Loved It
Review: I may have read this book three years ago, but since then this book has remained clear in my memory. The wishes Kevin Midas made were tempting to make but hard to get rid of. He soon realizes that his glasses that he found on top of a mountain had saved his life and granted him many many wishes that came with consequences. The glasses have mystical powers and become more and more trouble for Kevin as the novel progresses. Truly a great read.

-Mikey

Rating:
Summary: Great book, that's not dumbed down.
Review: I remember purchasing this book in the sixth grade, and reading it quickly and eagerly. Quite simply, it's a wonderful book that contains profound themes in a package that's intelligent, yet easy for preteens to swallow. Abuse of power, addiction, loneliness, responsibility, greed, destiny....it's all covered in this novel. I heartily recommend purchasing this book. And guys? Don't spoil this book for other people in your reviews!

Rating:
Summary: All The Story
Review: The characters, the plot, the places, the wishes, and the wackiest adventure of all time. Its great Its spell binding. And the writing alone has enough power to draw you right into Kevin Midas's world. Personally the car is the main thing I would want, but everything he asks for is totally cool. Definetly a winner even my 23 year old brother loved it.