About The Book

Set against the vibrant backdrop of Cedar Springs, “High” reveals the bittersweet intensity of adolescence. The author, R.J. King, discloses the life of a high-school student, Tobi Andrews, whose choice of orientation is to live an academic life and whose days are full of hopes and self-exploration. Tobi is accused of being young and passionate at the same time and has to endure the burden of schooling, sports, and first love.

R.J. King draws the attention of the readers through the characters that they can relate with, most of them being his close friend Hessa, a refreshing and humorous character that gives the story depth. The friendship that they have is a source of entertainment as well as an emotional ode to the importance of positive relationships in the early stages of life.

R.J. King does a very good job with the internal and external pressures, which enlighten the young people in the present times, and the novel itself is particularly appealing to the young adults who might not be immune to the developmental milestones they are going through. He appeals to the emotion and imagery to encourage the reader to connect with Tobi and consider their lives and dreams.

This book is about hope, struggle, and the maturation process. It teaches that, despite all the success one seeks to achieve, it is important to maintain authentic relationships. The author asks the readers to follow their own directions passionately and enthusiastically.