Children's ✦ Penny’s Take
The Tattooed Rats
Jerry B. Jenkins · 2006
62/100
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The religious-persecution premise is genuinely provocative for Christian YA and the Thomas Nelson backing signals serious intent. But Publishers Weekly's critique — unwieldy cast, choppy structure, dialogue that doesn't fit character ages — points to execution problems that undercut what could have been a compelling thriller. Worth it for committed Jenkins fans; others will find stronger dystopian options.
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Verdict receipt0–100
safety85
substance65
craft55
originality68
accuracy65
hype62
age-fit78
human-eye58
Penny’s verdict62
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