Escape Room: The Times Children's Book of the Week: Find the Answer. Save the World.

My 11yo son loves being read to, especially Harry Potter and, most recently anything by Katherine Rundell. He prefers to read Alex Rider and Percy Jackson himself but is often uninspired to read much else unless prompted. This book has him enthralled and reluctant to stop reading. I hope the second book is as good!

Excellent book - read on vacation, cover to cover. Interesting plot with unusual ending enjoyed by advanced 12 year old reader. The deep dives into some topics suited my daughter and she enjoyed the twists and unpredictability and drama of the story. May not suit younger/sensitive readers looking for advanced texts.

Escape room is an adventure, mystery and a game all in one story. It’s a short story at just under 200 pages and perfect for younger readers between 9-12. A fast read. Short chapters. Main character Ami is joined by others all hoping to escape the game. But with loses of her friends along the way, time running out and stress will Ami make it to the end and escape? Is this really a game or the end of the world? A very clever story with a huge plot twist you’de never expect for an ending. Highly recommend. I was hooked and devoured it and I’m 27. A well deserved four stars from me.

Amazing fast paced action packed book. I strongly recommend to all readers of middle grade fiction.

Really good book

Grandsons loves these books.

This story is fairly gripping for a large portion of the book, making you wonder why Ami is in the game. Towards the end it became a bit surreal, which made me think perhaps it was a virtual reality game. When the ending did come, I felt disappointed as the whole book had been preparing for 'The Answer'. Sorry to give the ending away, but there is no answer. I felt a bit cheated and flat at the end. Others describe it as clever, but the ending told us no more than most people know already. Perhaps reading this as an adult has made me question its message and a child may see it differently, but many adults will read this to their children so I feel it's worth commenting on. Overall, it's a good read, but could have been souch better.

perfect gift for 10 year old boy

Genial

My picky teenager loved this book even though she was sceptic at first. It’s a must read!

This was a book mixed with different emotions and I think that made more better I wish you release book 2

Good quality and nice story for kids

Soooooo good absolutely loved it