Smith, A. (2014). Grasshopper jungle: a history. New York: Dutton.
Grasshopper Jungle is the story of a young man named Austin Szerba and the end of the world. He write this history from his own personal perspective which includes living in small town Iowa, explaining his historical Polish roots and constant thoughts on his relationship and sexual fascination with both his girlfriend Shann and his gay best friend Robby. A series of events causes the outbreak of humans turning into large hungry praying mantises that also like to mate.
This is a science fiction, apocalyptic story because it is based on the outbreak of a scientific strain of a plague. It deals with both large events such as the take over of humanity by giant insects caused by "MI Plague Strain 412 E" and small events in the life of a teenage dealing with his non stop obsession with sex. It is a quirky read intended for the mature young adult but also for the science fiction fan or even something different for a reluctant reader. It also has strength in its straight forward narration and teenage male point of view making it a recommended read to teenage boys in general.
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