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Apr 08, 2021RebelBelle13 rated this title 2 out of 5 stars
I don't often say this, but the movie this book was based off of was MUCH better (Home). Had I read the book first, I probably wouldn't have been interested to watch the movie. Rex had a great idea here, and the book started out…
Jan 11, 2021wmtlady rated this title 1 out of 5 stars
Briefly: Not My Cup of Tea. This could appeal to the mind of one who enjoys a mish-mashed mix of Sci-Fi and Nonsense. I do like sci-fi as in Ray Bradbury and Isaac Asimov, and children's fantasy and nonsense books, but this book---NOT
Oct 01, 2019IndyPL_SteveB rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
Powerful but bumbling aliens named “the Boov” have conquered Earth and forced all the American humans into camps in Florida. Humans were forced to celebrate “Smekday” in honor of the arrogant, bombastic Chief of the Boov. But then the…
Mar 26, 2019Ifrit rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
To the many fans who have loved the book - I highly recommend you also check out the audiobook/CD version. It is read by Bahni Turpin, an actress who has appeared in many tv shows over the years, and her hilarious interpretation of "J-Lo"…
Oct 26, 2018SurreyLibraries_Reads rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
What happens when aliens arrive and claim ownership of Earth? After her mother is kidnapped by the alien Boov, eleven-year-old Gratuity decides to drive to the humans’ relocation area in Florida, by herself along with her cat, Pig. Along…
Oct 06, 2018JCLJohnK rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
This book was recommended to be me because it's hilarious. It's hilarious in the same vein as Douglas Adams, Terry Pratchett, and Jon Scieszka. Everyone who made that comparison is correct. But that's not why I love this book. I love this…
Aug 16, 2017jameehale rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
My son and I loved this book. The movie was really silly compared to the book. As usual, the book was so much better.
Apr 26, 2017ssmartin7 rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
I thought this book was an extremely funny, original and also touching take on the post alien invasion apocalypse theme. Not many books make me laugh out loud and get tears in my eyes but this one did both!
Feb 16, 2017ArapahoeKelsey rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
As the original story behind the movie, "Home," this science fiction story of the friendship between Tip and an alien is hilarious, compassionate, and true to what we've seen in the movie, but with more explanation and an engaging plot…
Aug 16, 2016allosaurusrock rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
This book is absolutely hilarious, and I love J. Lo's character. The author gave a very interesting style that made you really feel the book.
FindingJane
Dec 04, 2015FindingJane rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
The Boov are under the impression that humans are a foolish, child-like, inferior race, one that needs their gentle, loving hands to take guide and care of them. Most of them don’t learn differently…but one Boov is about to get an…
mvkramer
Oct 15, 2015mvkramer rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Hilarious! I loved this fast-moving tale of a girl just trying to get through an alien invasion and find her mom. Gratuity is an excellent character, resourceful, clever and funny - and I loved J. Lo the Boov! Give yourself a treat and…
Sep 23, 2015
Let's play touch the tree! Oh wait... we can survive land....
Jul 24, 2015adam1999 rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Very funny book which served as the (loose) basis for the movie "Home". Some of the comic-book style content is hilarious, such as the history of the Boov.
Jun 22, 2015
My favourite book EVER
May 09, 2015jordan1650 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Definitely one of the most unique and funniest stories I've ever read! Love the characters, adventure, action and obstacles! Definitely better than it's movie Home, though Home is still a good movie to watch whether you read this or not.
Apr 20, 2014vivianauduong rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Very funny, with lovable and memorable characters
afzalupal
Mar 12, 2014
Awsome and funny
Oct 22, 2013
"No one believed Gratuity "Tip" Tucci's mother was abducted by aliens - until the Boov invaded Earth. Now the aliens are forcing all Americans to move to Florida, and though Tip is only 12, she decides to drive the family Chevy to the…
Jul 13, 2013bookfandomlover rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
a truly hilarious book. I loved the whole thing, especially the beginning with J. Lo fixing the car.
Jul 06, 2013LibraryBuddy_1 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
This book was one of the most awesome books I have ever read! I think you should read it, too.
KRockstar10
May 11, 2013KRockstar10 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Bloody brilliant. I read this while my co-worker was doing a reading group with some third graders and I was trying so hard not to laugh out loud that I was snorting. J.Lo has earned himself a place in my "Favorite Characters" hall of fame.
Aug 08, 2012
I laughed so hard in almost every chapter but there is some dark and mysteriousness about it theat makes it a must-read.
Mar 06, 2012OverCookedCookies rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
OMG.........awesome book that you seriously have to read if you haven't!!!!!!!!!
Jul 28, 2011snarkout rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Best audio book ever!