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School's Out Forever

James Patterson (2006)

SubgenreEpic Fantasy
Age groupYA 12-17
Content ratingPG-13
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesMaximum Ride #2
Setting
CSM age12
Goodreads4.39

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Synopsis

It's 24 hours since Max Ride and her fellow bird-kids escaped the New York Institute, and they're still on the run. But the six companions - 98% human, 2% bird - came away with some vital information, if they can decode the garbled words and numbers, perhaps they'll find out where their parents are.

Is School's Out Forever appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 12 and up.

This YA sci-fi/fantasy sequel features six genetically engineered children with bird DNA fleeing from their captors while seeking their parents. Expect action violence and themes of captivity and experimentation, but 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 child harm, human trafficking, and captivity (see the full list above).

Who'll love this

Readers will race through this fast-paced adventure about kids with wings trying to decode clues to find their families while staying one step ahead of their pursuers.

Tags

Sci-Fi FantasyGenetic ModificationDystopian ElementsAdventure