Thursday, January 07, 2021

#BookReview: Unplugged by @gordonkorman






Synopsis: From New York Times bestselling author Gordon Korman comes a hilarious middle grade novel about a group of kids forced to “unplug” at a wellness camp—where they instead find intrigue, adventure, and a whole lot of chaos. Perfect for fans of Korman’s The Unteachables, the Masterminds series, and Carl Hiaasen’s eco mysteries.

As the son of the world’s most famous tech billionaire, Jett Baranov has always gotten exactly what he wanted. So, when his father’s private jet drops him in the middle of Little Rock, Arkansas, at a wellness camp called the Oasis, Jett can’t believe it. He’s forced to hand over his cell phone, eat grainy veggie patties, and participate in wholesome activities with the other kids.

At the Oasis, he meets Grace, who is his polar opposite. She thrives in the wellness atmosphere and resents Jett’s terrible attitude. Then there’s Tyrell, who suffers from a dizzying list of food allergies that render him constantly itchy. And also Brooklynne, a girl who definitely seems to be hiding something.

As the weeks go on, Jett starts to get used to the unplugged life and even bonds with the other kids over their discovery of a baby lizard-turned-pet, Needles. But he can’t help noticing that the adults at the Oasis are acting really strange…

Jett is determined to get to the bottom of things, but can he convince the other kids that he is no longer just a spoiled brat making trouble?



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Rating: 5 Stars
My Review: This was an adorable book that will make both boys and girls read it page after page!! It's not only this cover that will make kids want to read this one!! I laughed so much when I read this one and I can not wait to get a finished copy of this so our mini reader can read it.  (she's not doing ebooks as of yet).  The mystery was fabulous to follow and the characters were great! 










Review

“A provocative take on the redemptive power of friends and pets.” -- ALA Booklist (starred review)

“A fun, low-tech summer adventure.” -- Kirkus Reviews

“This fast-paced, funny friendship story will delight realistic fiction readers and fans of Korman’s work.” -- School Library Journal

“Korman injects his signature dry humor throughout… Entertaining.” -- Publishers Weekly

About the Author

Gordon Korman published his first book at age fourteen and since then has written more than ninety middle grade and teen novels. Favorites include the New York Times bestselling UngiftedSupergiftedThe UnteachablesPopSchooled, and the Masterminds series. Gordon lives with his family on Long Island, New York. You can visit him online at www.gordonkorman.com.










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