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ASIN: 1524763284
ID #113427
Ready Player One: A Novel   (Rated: 13+)
Product Type: Book
Reviewer: Amyaurora Author Icon
Review Rated: ASR
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Summary of this Book...
Eighteen-year-old Wade Watts is one of these people, and he has a mission: to find an Easter egg hidden inside the OASIS by its wackadoodle creator, James Halliday. In order to get to the egg, a player must first find three keys and unlock three gates.
This type of Book is good for...
Everyone. While at first glance it seems to be marketed towards youth and those with a fondness for nostalgia, it is more than that.
Further Comments...
I was a little girl in the 80s and many references in the 80s inspired game/contest/realm were like trips down memory lane. It also reminded me of playing video games with my son, a treasure memory.

The book pulls one in, not just in the flashbacks and nostalgia but also in character development. Aech and Wade have a bond that even when they meet in person, is not broken. When Shoto talks about his life and his brother, a subtle touch is given has to how the Japanese view each other and how their bond stays strong. Even the villain, has a side to him while formed by greed makes me easy to relate too. We all know someone like that.

The attraction between Art3mis/Samantha and Wade/Parzival is kept low enough that it doesn't distract for the story.

It was a relief to read a dystopian story that was was not the usual involving viruses, war, etc. The ending leaves questions, while it is a happy one, it makes wonder wonder what the future will hold.

One thing did bug me, no mention in it of the NeverEnding Story. I know not everything in the 80s could be included but still...

Which leads to the last impression from the book. It was packed with so many references that I hope curious readers explore. Watch WarGames, play Pac-man, read something by Vonnegut. I suspect due to what I have seen in the movie trailer, that some more modern cultural references will be used (licensing issues likely) so don't let the film set the research tone. I am hoping the references in the book helps with expanding the mind.
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