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This young adult science fantasy novel plunges readers into a high-stakes adventure set in 2042 San Diego, where an asteroid threatens to destroy Earth. Protagonist Jack, an EMT, finds himself among the unchosen, left behind as a select few are rescued. His only hope lies in a NexGenVR capsule, offering a one-way ticket to Viridian Gate Online, a fully immersive fantasy role-playing game. The book explores themes of survival, identity, and the allure of virtual worlds, making it suitable for teens aged 12-16 who enjoy speculative fiction, gaming, and dystopian narratives. Parents should be aware of the intense premise involving global catastrophe and the potential for peril within the virtual world.
Science fantasy is a mixed genre within the umbrella of speculative fiction which simultaneously draws upon or combines tropes and elements from both science fiction and fantasy An EMT in 2042 San Diego, Jack knows he won't survive the impact of the massive asteroid hurtling towards Earth. After all, he's not one of the handfuls of lucky lottery winners scheduled for rescue. But he did luck into a NexGenVR capsule, which means Jack can risk a one-way trip to the virtual reality world of Viridian Gate Online, a completely immersive online multiplayer fantasy role-playing game, or RPG.
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