Z. Rex

Z. Rex is a fast-paced, action-packed thriller that blends science fiction with a classic chase narrative. It follows 13-year-old Adam Adlar, whose life is turned upside down when his brilliant father, a pioneer in virtual reality gaming, disappears. Suddenly, Adam finds himself a fugitive, pursued by mysterious armed men and, impossibly, a real-life, savage dinosaur that seems to have emerged from his father's game. As Adam travels from New Mexico to Scotland, he must use his wits to evade capture, understand his unique link to the dinosaur, and unravel the mystery of his father's disappearance. This book is ideal for readers aged 8-12 who enjoy high-stakes adventure, science fiction, and a good mystery. Parents should be aware of the constant peril and some scary scenes involving the dinosaur.

Jurassic Park meets virtual gaming in a blockbuster new thriller!You're 14 and find yourself on your own. Your father, who has developed the world's cutting edge research on virtual electronic game-playing, has been missing for weeks. And suddenly you're being hunted by men with guns, your picture is on the news, and, worst of all, something seemingly impossible is chasing you—a savage, man-eating dinosaur. How can that be? Why is everyone trying to capture you? And what is your strange connection with this 21st-century prehistoric monster?Steve Cole has created an absurdly gripping and kid-friendly thriller that will capture imaginations. If Jurassic Park were to meet Alex Rider, the result might well be this irresistible new novel.