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SkyWake Invasion

The first in a fast-paced science-fiction action-adventure trilogy with heart, the ideal present for kids aged 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13 who love gaming
By Jamie Russell
Series: SkyWake
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SkyWake Invasion by Jamie Russell is a children's sci-fi adventure where a group of competitive gamers discovers that the alien video game they love is not just a game but a recruitment tool for a real extraterrestrial invasion. When the game world materialises into reality, protagonist Casey and her friends must use their gaming skills to survive and fight back against the alien threat. The story combines thrilling gaming action with an imaginative exploration of bravery and team spirit.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you love action-packed adventures that blend gaming with reality, as it follows a teenage girl who discovers her favourite online game has become a tool for an alien invasion. This book may appeal to you if you're intrigued by fast-paced narratives and enjoy themes of teamwork, courage, and the power of imagination in facing unexpected challenges.

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SkyWake Invasion

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An exciting and original debut sci-fi adventure trilogy for fans of all things gaming, from a screenwriter, film critic and gamer.

Fifteen-year-old girl gamer Casey Henderson is obsessed with the smash-hit game SkyWake – and she’s good at it, too. Little does she realise it’s actually an alien training tool created by an evil extra-terrestrial race.

When the aliens swoop down on a national gaming tournament, Casey and her teammates discover they’re abducting the best gamers to fight in a distant alien war across the galaxy. And they’ve got her brother.

Casey’s gaming skills are her best hope of stopping the aliens – but first she and her online teammates must learn to work together in real life…

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SkyWake Invasion by Jamie Russell is praised for being a gripping and original sci-fi adventure, appealing to fans of popular authors like Rick Riordan and Suzanne Collins. It has been described as a fast-paced and action-packed read that captures the excitement of a video game, making it particularly engaging for children. The book is also regarded as an excellent choice for encouraging kids to spend less time on screens.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781406397512

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 July 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Walker Books Ltd

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 200g

Pages: 304

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Jamie Russell Series: SkyWake Young Adult

About the Author

Jamie Russell is a former contributing editor of Total Film magazine turned screenwriter and author. He has written several non-fiction books, including Book of the Dead: The Complete History of Zombie Cinema and Generation Xbox: How Videogames Invaded Hollywood. SkyWake: Invasion is the first in a planned trilogy and is Jamie's first book for children.

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