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Science Fiction · LightA treasure hunt through a virtual world built on 1980s pop culture
Ready Player One
by Ernest Cline
See it on Amazon2011Easy readFast pace
What it is about
In a dystopian 2045, teenager Wade Watts hunts for an Easter egg hidden by the creator of the virtual world OASIS, a contest with a fortune and the control of the world at stake. Cline’s 2011 novel is packed with games and pop references.
Who will enjoy it
Readers who enjoy science fiction built on big ideas, with a light mood and a fast pace. It is an easy read.
Themes: Virtual reality · Nostalgia · Competition
Screen adaptation
Ready Player One (2018)
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About the author
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