About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is obsessed with gaming and you want to bridge that passion with a reading experience that explores digital boundaries and critical thinking. It is a gripping sci-fi thriller about an arcade game that can literally read and trap human minds, forcing its players into a high-stakes battle for their own autonomy. It offers a perfect gateway for discussing screen time, the ethics of technology, and the importance of mental resilience. While the 1990s setting provides a touch of nostalgia for parents, the themes of immersive technology and digital privacy are more relevant than ever for today's preteens. This story provides a safe, fictional space for 10 to 14-year-olds to process anxieties about the 'unseen' side of the internet and gaming. It is a fast-paced, suspenseful read that champions bravery and the power of the human spirit over the cold logic of machines.
