Prentisstown isn't like other towns. Everyone can hear everyone else's thoughts in an overwhelming, never-ending stream of Noise. Just a month away from the birthday that will make him a man, Todd and his dog, Manchee -- whose thoughts Todd can hear too, whether he wants to or not -- stumble upon an area of complete silence.
I didn't get the privilege on reading this, instead of listening to it via audible. It was amazing and intense, and by god I cried buckets at one point (those who've read it, you all know).