A Suicide Bomber Sits in the Library

"People stop thinking when they cease to read." When a young boy enters a library wearing an explosive vest hidden underneath his lovely new red jacket, he only has one plan on his mind. But as he observes those around him becoming completely captivated by all of the wonderful books they are reading--books he has no ability to read--the boy can't help but question his reasoning for being there. With Dave McKean's unique mixed-media illustrations, bestselling author Jack Gantos brings to life the story of a young suicide bomber, his unquestionable duty to his beliefs, and the unexpected power of books to change lives.