The Twelve-Fingered Boy
by John Hornor Jacobs
Surprisingly good for a teenage superpower story. Simply put, it's the tale of a mutant kid and the delinquent who befriends him. I think the author has something significant to say about friendship, loyalty and love, but he doesn't bludgeon you over the head with it.
The book is short and full of action; impossible to describe without spoilers. Since a lot of the action occurs in the two boys' heads, I don't think it would make a movie. Highly recommended for pre-teens of all ages.
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