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Book Scavenger

By: Jennifer Chambliss Bertman
Narrated by: Jessica Almasy
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For 12-year-old Emily, the best thing about moving to San Francisco is that it's the home city of her literary idol: Garrison Griswold, book publisher and creator of the online sensation Book Scavenger (a game where books are hidden in cities all over the country and clues to find them are revealed through puzzles). Upon her arrival, however, Emily learns that Griswold has been attacked and is now in a coma, and no one knows anything about the epic new game he had been poised to launch. Then Emily and her new friend, James, discover an odd book, which they come to believe is from Griswold himself and might contain the only copy of his mysterious new game. Racing against time, Emily and James rush from clue to clue, desperate to figure out the secret at the heart of Griswold's new game - before those who attacked Griswold come after them, too.

©2015 Jennifer Chamblis Bertman (P)2015 Recorded Books Action & Adventure Books & Libraries Education & Learning Mysteries Mystery & Suspense
Engaging Puzzles • Fun Adventure • Excellent Narration • Educational Elements • Intriguing Mystery • Clear Delivery
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Cute story and well narrated but not as sophisticated as Harry Potter or hunger games.

Cute but it was more like a youth book than a young adult

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We all loved the story, it was compelling and captured our attention throughout. the kids enjoyed this one more than most and begged us to listen every time we got in the car.

very intriguing

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What an interesting premise; I wish Book Scavenger, the game, was real! The mystery and the story line held my attention and the characters were quite likable. Plus, I learned a lot about ciphers and Poe; who knew there were so many cipher varieties? I love puzzles and books, so the theme was right up my alley. I will definitely read more in this series.

Book Scavengers Rock!

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There is something here for everyone. I specifically bought this title with our upcoming family road trip in mind when it was featured as a "Daily Deal" a little while ago. This was a fun and engaging mystery for the whole family. There were some predictable moments and some that caught us by surprise. Along the way, the main character, Emily, definitely reasons consistent with her youth, and subsequently learns about loyalty and integrity in friendship, how to handle differences, and the value of community roots. As the peril increased near the end, I did wish that the kids would confide in the adults more, as the adults (mostly) behaved adult-like, but they still managed to learn from observation of various adult interactions and story-telling. The author's note after the conclusion was particularly interesting, as she breaks down what elements of this story are based on history.

My 9-year-old loved; My 17-year-old poked holes in it. I found it easy to do both.

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As an adult, I spend most of my listening hours consuming "serious stuff" - lectures on a variety of topics, non-fiction books on similar topics, and even the occasional "grown-up novel." But every now and again a book crosses my path that falls outside my normal genres, and this was one of those titles.

It's a kids book, to be sure, but it's a well written and well read one that can be enjoyed by kids and adults alike. If you're looking for a fun leisure listen, you've come to the right place.

Now, back to that lecture series on the History of Eastern Europe I was listening to earlier today...

A fun story

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I don't often read or listen to children's books but the synopsis grabbed my attention and I'm glad I took a chance on this one!
Book Scavenger is a fun, learning experience for all ages. The games, the relationships and the adventures are relevant to all of us. I especially like that the story, while easy enough for a younger reader was also interesting for an older reader!
If you love books, games and adventure, Jennifer Chambliss Bertman's Book Scavenger is a great choice!

Puzzling Fun for Everyone

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This is the best book I have read in a long time! GET IT!!! It is so worth it

Wow

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Solve puzzles, find books, solve mysteries. What more could you want? Fun middle grade adventure.

Fun Puzzle Adventure

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This is a fun book. Good for YA audiences. A mystery based on cryptic clues hidden in books. If you liked the Westing Game, you might like this one. Narrator was good.

Good YA book for book lovers

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Book Scavenger was such a fun book to read with my son (9).  Emily and James love puzzles and ciphers.  Together they find a hidden book that kicks off a grand adventure.  As well as putting them in the crosshairs of some unscrupulous people that have already put one man in the hospital.  The book has an awesome look at how to be a good friend.  We have already gotten the second book in the series!

Series for middle grade puzzle lovers

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