Rating: 4.5/5
Felix and Erica are beta testers for a new virtual reality game. As hard-core gamers, they have been training for this for years. They know what to do, how to level up, and how to create a fun gaming atmosphere. They plug in and begin the experience, meeting friend and foe - and each other. Their relationship gets off to a rocky start. Soon they have to decide whether or not to trust one another. Not all is as it seems in this virtual reality world...
This book is a really great exploration of what gamers have been dreaming of for years - virtual reality! The imagery was really well done. I loved how the author added the details about gameplay - the feel of the weapons, the difficulty of the quests, and the interaction with both real and computerized characters. I play World of Warcraft, and my husband and I have often talked about how much of an amazing experience VR would be. One of the first things that really struck me was that Erica was able to immerse herself in the game and just wail on some creepy, awful guys who were harassing her. It was really fun to watch her be someone else (at times, kind of a jerk to Felix) because it was clear that the game was her escape. Her life, as readers come to find out, was a not pleasant one.
The evolution of Felix and Erica's relationship was awesome to watch.
Thank you for this fun VR book, Zoe Adams!
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VRES: Digital Quest
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