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Jumper: A Novel (Paperback)

by Steven Gould (Author) "The first time was like this..." (more)
Key Phrases: New York, Rashid Matar, David Rice (more...)

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Gould makes an auspicious debut with this playful and moving look at a hallowed science fiction concept: teleportation. Gould gives us no teleportation chambers, no shimmery beaming a la Star Trek , no worries about mingling one's own molecules with a fly's--here only one person can teleport, and he has no idea how he does it. David Rice, age 17, first "jumps" spontaneously in order to escape his abusive father. Having run away, he learns to control his strange talent, using it first to survive on the street and then to set himself up comfortably via bank robbery. Gould does not focus on moral implications so much as keep the plot moving quickly. David searches for his long-lost mother, meets and woos a girl, enjoys the pleasures of a leisurely life in New York and (despite his best efforts) eventually runs afoul of the authorities, who of course want to understand his powers and then put him to work for them. Short fiction has earned this author a reputation in "hard" science fiction, and he applies similar logic to teleportation (though he glosses over some points to make the story work). His warm, delightful and compulsively readable novel displays assured storytelling skill.
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The sudden discovery of his teleportation ability rescues teenager David Rice from his abusive father. It also signals the beginning of a new life for the troubled young man. Gould's first novel features a hero who is not particularly wise and whose ethics are sometimes questionable, but whose yearnings and psychological turmoil ring true. A dollop of suspense and a dash of romance make this fast-paced sf adventure a good purchase for large libraries.
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Reading level: Young Adult
Paperback: 352 pages
Publisher: Starscape; 1st edition (February 18, 2002)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0765342286
ISBN-13: 978-0765342287
Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 5.2 x 0.9 inches
Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces

Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (135 customer reviews)

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New York, Rashid Matar, David Rice, Leo Silverstein, Central Park, Mary Niles, Sergeant Washburn, Stanville Library, Pine Bluffs, Stanville Public Library, Brian Cox, Millie Harrison, Sue Kimmel, Washington Square, Bob the Magnificent, Chemical Bank, Darak al Watani, Fifth Avenue, Middle East, Oklahoma City, Dairy Queen, Disney World, Jesus Christ, Rio Grande, Serenity Lodge

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5.0 out of 5 stars Good to see it back in print, May 4, 2000

By	Christopher Dudley (Laurel, MD USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Jumper: A Novel (Mass Market Paperback)

It's good to see this book back in print after being unavailable for a long time. Perhaps it is a sign that Steven Gould is finally getting the recognition he deserves as a writer. Jumper was a great book, and Gould's next few books were not marketed as widely as a writer of his calibre should be. Despite looking for something new from him every month or so at the local Borders book store, I never even knew about his third and fourth books until his fifth came out recently.

Jumper was his first, and it was given to me by a friend who knew I was hard to please in my reading preferences. I have to say that this was one of the most enjoyable books I've ever read. As you can read in the synopsis, the main character, Davey, gains the ability to teleport. But unlike many writers who would focus the story on how and why he developed this ability, Gould instead writes about how an intelligent but not-quite-mature teenager might react to having this new ability. The actual science of it is never explained, but that doesn't detract from the story. The story is not about the ability. It's about the young man who has the ability.

Davey's reactions to suddenly finding himself with this ability are far more human than the urge to find out why. Unable to figure out why, he instead focuses on what to do with it. The early part is filled with self-serving trips to acquire stuff, and through the course of the story, Davey realizes that even these seemingly harmless actions have consequences. Some of the complications that arise later in the story are a direct result of his early endeavors with teleportation.

But Gould does not center the entire story on Davey's power. Life goes on, and the world around Davey proceeds apace even as he experiments. But when something happens to his mother, Davey uses his teleportation abilities to get to the bottom of it, and ends up in a complex scenario that Gould resolve sensibly and surprisingly.

To say any more would give away too much of the story. But this was a great book, I recommend it, and now that it's available again, I'm going to buy another copy (I gave mine away to another friend with discriminating reading tastes).

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5.0 out of 5 stars They seek him here, they seek him there., May 17, 2000

By	Anthony Hinde (Sydney, Australia) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Jumper: A Novel (Mass Market Paperback)

I love to read this book again and again. It is light and yet absorbing, fast paced and yet it gets to the root of your emotions.

We are introduced to the main character, Davy Rice, as a young boy, escaping an abusive father. This is where the story starts because it is also the first time he experiences a Jump. Not that he believes it at first but this young lad has the ability to teleport.

OK, I know what you are thinking. That this is a tired old theme, already used to death in Sci-Fi. Well you are wrong. Steven Gould, has taken a refreshing look at this subject and deals with it in a realistic way. Davy, as a character, is very easy to understand and empathize with and for this reason we truly believe what is happening to him.

Before he can safely live a life away from his Father, Davy must get some cash, establish an identity, rent an apartment and all the things which you and I take for granted. This is made fascinating because he is a minor and has that special skill that no one is aware of. To complicate his life, Davy starts to fall for an older woman. A college girl who Davy impresses with his knowledge of the city and obvious wealth. Add to this the fact that his long lost Mother reenters the picture and Davy has a pretty full life.

This is just where the adventure begins. His mother becomes embroiled in a plane highjacking but Davy's efforts to involve himself are threatened by a police officer who is curious about his wealthy life style and questionable ID. The pace moves up to a higher level as Davy falls into international intrigue and ruthless terrorism.

This novel is a terrific first outing from Gould and I would recommend it to anyone who still has a little adventure left in their soul.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Fun, entertaining story. Not the same story as the movie!, February 16, 2008

By	Robert A. Fishbein (Bellingham, MA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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I saw the movie Jumpers on 2/14 and thought the the main idea - that of a jumper would make for great story. However I felt that the move was very flat and felt that it left out a lot of things.

The next day, I went to the bookstore looking for this book, thinking that it would fill in some gaps. Instead I found a completely different version of the story. The book is much more interesting and entertaining. I would definitely recommend the book to anyone who enjoys sitting back and enjoying a good story.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Read Different From the Movie - I Really Recommend it!
I initially skipped this book because I had seen the movie, and I read reflex. It was such an absorbing book that I decided to start at the beginning by reading Jumper. Read more

Published 1 month ago by Stephen Ashley

2.0 out of 5 stars The sequel
This book answered some questions left after watching the movie. The book itself came in good condition and in a timely fashion.

Published 3 months ago by Flash Driver

4.0 out of 5 stars Will Make You Think
This is a well written, interesting book that will definitely give you lots to think about. What if you could 'jump' anywhere that you had been to before just by thinking about... Read more

Published 4 months ago by J Bug

3.0 out of 5 stars Good book, not even close to the movie plot line
When I picked up this book, I had watched the movie 6 times on HBO (ah, the life of a consultant). I figured, "the movie was decent, the book the movie is based on is usually... Read more

Published 5 months ago by Jason Rios

5.0 out of 5 stars Jumper: A Novel
Another great book in the Jumper series. Fantastic for all ages! If you are a sci fi lover this is a super book!!

Published 6 months ago by Marianne J. Mcclelland

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best Sci-fi novels I've ever read.
I've read and reread "Jumper", the original at least 5 time over the past seven years. Never get tired of it.

Published 9 months ago by Deborah M Monroe

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Fun
Teleportation is hardly a new idea in the world of science fiction, but it is handled very well, and very realistically by Gould in this adolescent sci-fi thriller... Read more

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4.0 out of 5 stars The original Jumper story
Those of you who saw the movie and are now looking for the book need to know that while all the stories (film or print) with Jumper in the tittle, have characters with similar... Read more

Published 10 months ago by Anita L. Cole

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best.
I really enjoyed reading this book. I've read it over and over. The protagonist(Davy Rice) seems so real! I even cried when he has reunited with his mother. Read more

Published 11 months ago by Alif Silpachai

3.0 out of 5 stars Jumper
If you expect the book to be like the movie you are wrong. The book is still good but dont expect the movie when you are reading it.

Published 12 months ago by Rachel Fairbank

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