‘The Wave Rider’ by Graeme Lay is an interesting and enjoyable read. The best part about this book is that it is a realistic read; the events that occur during this book could happen to anyone. The story is set in the town of Kaimara, in New Zealand. The main character is Justine. The author has described Justine as a student disliking school and all its workload. She has to work a part time job at a pharmacy. Carl is a worldwide traveller, fulfilling his surfing needs, and has ended up in the town Kaimara.

The realism of Justine’s life is extraordinary. Anything that has happened to her could have actually happened to any ordinary person. Justine has ordinary teenage problems, such as romance, conflict with family member and close friends. I like this story so much because of its realistic ability to make you relate to the character.

Chelsea, Year 9

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‘The Wave Rider’ by Graeme Lay is an enjoyable read. It is an interesting book that is aimed at teenagers aged 15. Boys and girls can both read this book but girls would find it more interesing. The main characters are Justine and Carl. Justine is a young woman who is a student who dislikes school and works in a local chemist store in Kaimara. Carl is a young adult who travels around the Coast finding the best surf points. He eventually ends up in Kaimara. Justine is a character of interest to both genders as she has romance and conflicts, which is a main factor in all teenagers’ life.

I liked this book as it caught my attention and interested me. I would recommend this book to the students of Aquinas College, as it would relate to many students’ lives.

Britta Year 9