About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is feeling restless with standard narratives or shows a budding interest in game design and logical puzzles. This interactive graphic novel turns the reader into the protagonist who has woken up in a mysterious room in the afterlife. It is less a meditation on mortality and more a high-concept logic puzzle that rewards curiosity, experimentation, and critical thinking. As children navigate the branching paths via Shiga's signature 'tube' system, they explore themes of agency and the power of storytelling. While the premise involves the afterlife, the tone is secular, playful, and intellectually stimulating. It is an ideal choice for the 8 to 12 age range, particularly for reluctant readers who enjoy the mechanics of video games but need a bridge into the world of literature.
