Fair Coin
Fair Coin by Eugene C. Myers, published by Pyr in 2012, is a young adult fiction novel that intertwines elements of fantasy and science fiction. The story follows Ephraim, who faces a life-altering crisis when he discovers his mother unconscious after a suicide attempt linked to a boy who looks just like him. As he navigates this unsettling reality, Ephraim stumbles upon a mysterious coin that grants him the ability to make his wishes come true, leading to both miraculous and disastrous outcomes.
In this edition, readers will explore Ephraim’s journey as he grapples with the consequences of his newfound power. The narrative delves into themes of identity and the complexities of desire, as Ephraim’s wishes impact not only his life but also those around him, including his best friend Nathan. As the story unfolds, Ephraim must learn to control the coin’s magic and confront the changes it brings to his world. With 285 pages, this later printing edition is presented in English and offers a thought-provoking exploration suitable for ages 12 and up.
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Epraim is horrified when he comes home from school one day to find his mother unconscious at the kitchen table, clutching a bottle of pills. Even more disturbing than her suicide attempt is the reason for it: the dead boy she identified at the hospital that afternoon–a boy who looks exactly like him. While examining his dead double’s belongings, Ephraim discovers a strange coin that makes his wishes come true each time he flips it. Before long, he’s wished his alcoholic mother into a model parent, and the girl he’s liked since second grade suddenly notices him.
But Ephraim soon realizes that the coin comes with consequences –several wishes go disastrously wrong, his best friend Nathan becomes obsessed with the coin, and the world begins to change in unexpected ways. As Ephraim learns the coin’s secrets and how to control its power, he must find a way to keep it from Nathan and return to the world he remembers. (For ages 12 & up)
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