Jonah Delacroix can't stand the real world - so he lives most of his life inside a global computer-based virtual world called the Metasphere, where everyone is represented by an avatar. When he discovers the avatar of his dead father, and assumes his online identity, a series of events are unleashed that compel Jonah to race across the real world with a secret society to protect the freedom of all mankind...
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Thought-provoking... bang up to date. (YA's the Word 20120801)
I was soon bowled over and captivated. (Mr Ripleys Enchanted Books 20120624)
A fast, furious and fun-packed read, the kind of book that gets youngsters raised on a diet of social networking, video games, satellite TV and the internet interested in reading again. (Sci-Fi-London.com 20120808)
A fantastic, imaginative journey. (goodreads.com 20120812)
Fast-paced and action-packed, Jeff Norton writes an addictive novel with a creative setting. (seeitorreadit.blogspot 20120802)
Totally captivating. (Bookbag 20120801)
Boys who might normally play sport or computer games rather than read will be drawn to this book with its fast-paced storyline, compelling characters and topical themes of fuel shortages, climate change and economic meltdown. (Family Interest 20120801)
Gripping. (Ham & High 20120927)
I was soon bowled over and captivated. (Mr Ripleys Enchanted Books 20120624)
A fast, furious and fun-packed read, the kind of book that gets youngsters raised on a diet of social networking, video games, satellite TV and the internet interested in reading again. (Sci-Fi-London.com 20120808)
A fantastic, imaginative journey. (goodreads.com 20120812)
Fast-paced and action-packed, Jeff Norton writes an addictive novel with a creative setting. (seeitorreadit.blogspot 20120802)
Totally captivating. (Bookbag 20120801)
Boys who might normally play sport or computer games rather than read will be drawn to this book with its fast-paced storyline, compelling characters and topical themes of fuel shortages, climate change and economic meltdown. (Family Interest 20120801)
A tense, dramatic story with plenty of food for thought, packed full of action and many twists to keep you gripped to the end.
As addictive as virtually any game.
Gripping. (Ham & High 20120927)
About the Author
Jeff Norton is a London based writer-director. Originally from Canada, Jeff began his career in advertising, worked in the movie business in Hollywood where he produced the critically acclaimed interactive film 'Choose Your Own Adventure,' and upon moving to the U.K., managed the literary estate of Enid Blyton, Britain's best-loved author. He now writes full time, with a focus on creating amazing stories in immersive worlds.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Adam Silver
Format:Paperback
My daughter read this fantastic book in non-stop, marathon reading session that was over within 24 hours. I could not get her to put it down!! After all that, I had to read it myself. It was a real treat. In a similar vein to "Neuromancer" or more recently, "Ready Player One", but geared for younger readers and with some really interesting twists of its own, it describes a post-energy crisis world that has moved online for most people's existence. The characters are interesting and evolving, showing growth as they learn more about what is really going on in the world. The world itself, as is true in the best fiction, is fascinating and I really hope the author spends more time in the Metaverse in coming novels.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By vafritia
Format:Paperback
Despite wanting my children to read, and doing so with them every night, it is hard to keep their attention for long. They are much more into computer games.
But, reading this book was different. I started reading it out loud to my youngest (9) and because he got so enthusiastic about it, my older son (12) wanted to read it himself once we were finished. They both loved it and I can see why. It is a really fast, punchy book. It has all the elements their games do but with a really good story to it. It pulls you along.
I'll definitely be buying the next in the series.
But, reading this book was different. I started reading it out loud to my youngest (9) and because he got so enthusiastic about it, my older son (12) wanted to read it himself once we were finished. They both loved it and I can see why. It is a really fast, punchy book. It has all the elements their games do but with a really good story to it. It pulls you along.
I'll definitely be buying the next in the series.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
The story is very fast paced, the action barely slowing down even for a single chapter. Jeff clearly had a lot of ideas and a lot of plot to fit into this book to set a base for the series and to propel the action of this book forward. For the most part this worked, but there were times when it became a little hard to follow, some of it becoming a little convoluted.
On the whole, the pace and story was fantastic, there were just times when maybe it could've done with a bit of tidying up.
Throughout, the characters are so clear and specific that they become very real. Jonah has such a strong and relatable voice, an honesty and confusion that comes from youth that Norton hits right on the head. Jonah is a character I feel so many kids will be able to relate to. Axel and Sam are fantastic constructions along with Bradbury and the ever so sinister Mr Granger. Even characters you only see briefly, like Mr Chang and Delphine, are so crystal in the detail with which they are presented.
However, the best part of this book comes within the last 150 pages or so, when the whole story is coming together for its climax. The action scenes are very well described and turns the book into a real page turner. I was excited to say the very least and, by the end of it, I wasn't clear whose side I was on anymore. You spend a high percentage of the book rooting for 'The Guardians' who Jonah is helping throughout, but towards the end, the lines of good and evil are blurred, it isn't quite so black and white, and Jonah will have a choice to make.
Very excited for the sequel.
Xx
On the whole, the pace and story was fantastic, there were just times when maybe it could've done with a bit of tidying up.
Throughout, the characters are so clear and specific that they become very real. Jonah has such a strong and relatable voice, an honesty and confusion that comes from youth that Norton hits right on the head. Jonah is a character I feel so many kids will be able to relate to. Axel and Sam are fantastic constructions along with Bradbury and the ever so sinister Mr Granger. Even characters you only see briefly, like Mr Chang and Delphine, are so crystal in the detail with which they are presented.
However, the best part of this book comes within the last 150 pages or so, when the whole story is coming together for its climax. The action scenes are very well described and turns the book into a real page turner. I was excited to say the very least and, by the end of it, I wasn't clear whose side I was on anymore. You spend a high percentage of the book rooting for 'The Guardians' who Jonah is helping throughout, but towards the end, the lines of good and evil are blurred, it isn't quite so black and white, and Jonah will have a choice to make.
Very excited for the sequel.
Xx
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