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Synopsis
Welcome to a society governed through computer games!On New Earth, society is governed and conflicts are resolved in the arena of a fantasy computer game, Epic. If you win, you have the chance to fulfill your dreams; if you lose, your life both in and out of the game is worth nothing. When teenage Erik dares to subvert the rules of Epic, he and his friends must face the Committee. If Erik and his friends win, they may have the key to destroying the Committee's tyranny. But if they lose . . .
Is Epic appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
This YA novel combines fantasy gaming with dystopian themes, featuring teens who challenge an authoritarian society through a virtual game. Violence occurs within the game context with moderate stakes; no sexual content or strong language.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include violence, class struggle, and political violence.
Who'll love this
Teens will love the high-stakes gaming world where subverting the rules could change everything—or cost them their lives.