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Mouse
“There aren’t many coders like that, not that I’ve ever met. You just might find that the mouse is really a lion, and even worse, that the lion has your head in her mouth.”
TWELVE-YEAR-OLD MOUSE GAMMA has spent her entire life struggling to communicate. She’s never understood how to stop the bullies and negligent foster parents without causing more trouble than it’s worth. That is until she discovers the magic of code—a language that’s more powerful than anything she’s ever imagined.
To everyone’s surprise, Mouse is anonymously chosen to attend the prestigious Rickum Academy—an incubator for the brightest and most promising young minds in tech. Her excitement is short-lived as the mystery of how she ended up at Rickum very quickly unravels around her, threatening the safety of her new life and the innocent lives of those around her. With the help of her new friends, Ada and Boone, Mouse is in a race against her classmates, her teachers, and the most powerful man in tech to not only uncover the truth about who she is, but who she is not.
TWELVE-YEAR-OLD MOUSE GAMMA has spent her entire life struggling to communicate. She’s never understood how to stop the bullies and negligent foster parents without causing more trouble than it’s worth. That is until she discovers the magic of code—a language that’s more powerful than anything she’s ever imagined.
To everyone’s surprise, Mouse is anonymously chosen to attend the prestigious Rickum Academy—an incubator for the brightest and most promising young minds in tech. Her excitement is short-lived as the mystery of how she ended up at Rickum very quickly unravels around her, threatening the safety of her new life and the innocent lives of those around her. With the help of her new friends, Ada and Boone, Mouse is in a race against her classmates, her teachers, and the most powerful man in tech to not only uncover the truth about who she is, but who she is not.
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302 pages, Paperback
Published May 3, 2022
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May 15, 2022
If I were to describe this upper middle grade novel in just a few words? Hogwarts for tech geniuses.
When orphaned 12-year-old Mouse Gamma hacks into the digital records of a big tech company while searching for the identity of her birth parents, she doesn’t end up in juvie as she expected. Instead, she is invited to Rickum Academy, an elite technology school that has produced some of the world’s greatest coders and hackers. But after she arrives, students and teachers are mysteriously attacked. Who is behind the attacks? Why is Mouse really at Rickum? And can she defy all odds to win Botori, the school’s most prestigious competition?
I found the story enjoyable, and I felt the protagonist was thoughtfully crafted. I appreciated her creative thinking, perseverance, and journey of self-acceptance. I also adored the novel’s emphasis on coding as its own kind of “magic.” Though the pacing was just a little uneven at times, I thought Stedman nailed the ending, tying together all his loose ends in a very satisfying way.
I think Mouse’s ideal audience is 10- to 12-year-olds who are interested in coding and STEM. But I feel this book also holds plenty of appeal for kids who aren’t already interested in tech; those aspects are pretty accessible, and the mysteries at the heart of the story are ultimately what drive it forward.
Many thanks to NetGalley and River Grove Books for the DRC!
When orphaned 12-year-old Mouse Gamma hacks into the digital records of a big tech company while searching for the identity of her birth parents, she doesn’t end up in juvie as she expected. Instead, she is invited to Rickum Academy, an elite technology school that has produced some of the world’s greatest coders and hackers. But after she arrives, students and teachers are mysteriously attacked. Who is behind the attacks? Why is Mouse really at Rickum? And can she defy all odds to win Botori, the school’s most prestigious competition?
I found the story enjoyable, and I felt the protagonist was thoughtfully crafted. I appreciated her creative thinking, perseverance, and journey of self-acceptance. I also adored the novel’s emphasis on coding as its own kind of “magic.” Though the pacing was just a little uneven at times, I thought Stedman nailed the ending, tying together all his loose ends in a very satisfying way.
I think Mouse’s ideal audience is 10- to 12-year-olds who are interested in coding and STEM. But I feel this book also holds plenty of appeal for kids who aren’t already interested in tech; those aspects are pretty accessible, and the mysteries at the heart of the story are ultimately what drive it forward.
Many thanks to NetGalley and River Grove Books for the DRC!
May 7, 2022
Firstly, I really like the intro to this novel. For folks who may not find computer coding all that interesting, the author immediately challenges that notion and paints a picture of why programming is an art as well as a science. I also really liked that at the start of the story, Mouse was also a kid uninterested in computers — making her relatable in some ways to students who might pick up the book. The overall tenants of the True Magicians were a lovely addition to this book and a great start to each chapter.
This novel is exactly the type of YA fiction I love to dig into. There were twists and turns and surprises that were in front of me the whole book I didn’t realize until the very last minute. Even the cover has new light after finishing the book which is the type of easter egg I love in a novel. This novel was intentionally crafted and layered in a way that made me so excited to keep reading. This is a book I would’ve loved to read as a middle school child myself, it teaches how while right and wrong or good and bad may not always be clear cut, black and white things — it’s always important to navigate life with a sense of justice and loyalty to friends. Even with all the maturity Mouse has as a character, she has people in her life reminding her to give herself grace as a child which I think is a message many high achieving children could do with internalizing. I very much hope to read more of Mouse’s adventures in the future. However, I love that the book ended not on a cliffhanger, but with a genuine ending that would satisfy a reader if this ended up being a stand-alone book. At the same time, there are absolutely still strands intentionally left unraveled and this would make a wonderful series. A last aside, whether intentional or not, the fact that the main character’s name was mouse made me smile the whole book because it reminded me not so much of her shy or reserved nature (because she was quite fierce) but of a computer mouse which people often choose not to use for ease of use nowadays but is still (in my opinion) essential for complex digital tasks.
This novel is exactly the type of YA fiction I love to dig into. There were twists and turns and surprises that were in front of me the whole book I didn’t realize until the very last minute. Even the cover has new light after finishing the book which is the type of easter egg I love in a novel. This novel was intentionally crafted and layered in a way that made me so excited to keep reading. This is a book I would’ve loved to read as a middle school child myself, it teaches how while right and wrong or good and bad may not always be clear cut, black and white things — it’s always important to navigate life with a sense of justice and loyalty to friends. Even with all the maturity Mouse has as a character, she has people in her life reminding her to give herself grace as a child which I think is a message many high achieving children could do with internalizing. I very much hope to read more of Mouse’s adventures in the future. However, I love that the book ended not on a cliffhanger, but with a genuine ending that would satisfy a reader if this ended up being a stand-alone book. At the same time, there are absolutely still strands intentionally left unraveled and this would make a wonderful series. A last aside, whether intentional or not, the fact that the main character’s name was mouse made me smile the whole book because it reminded me not so much of her shy or reserved nature (because she was quite fierce) but of a computer mouse which people often choose not to use for ease of use nowadays but is still (in my opinion) essential for complex digital tasks.
May 3, 2022
Mouse's name seems very descriptive of who she is: an orphan, shy, lonely, uncertain of her place in the world, not good with social interactions, unwanted by her various foster families, always being passed on to someone else. But Mouse is also smart, determined and on a mission. She wants to know who she is, where she comes from and above all, who her parents are. When she discovers coding a whole new world opens up. A world she understands and fits into. As Mouse uses her newfound skills to start hunting for information, her life takes a surprising new turn. She finds herself in a fancy, technology-centered new school and makes her first real friends. It seems too good to be true and to some extent it is. There is something mysterious going on and somehow it all seems to revolve around Mouse. Can she find the answers before it's too late?
I loved this book. It is a beautiful story of learning to accept and find yourself, of never giving up and of growing up. Mouse's character development is really well done and I got all emotional while I watched her grow! I also really enjoyed the coding and tech details even though it isn't something I know a lot about. It was also refreshing to read a YA book that did not have romance as an essential part of the story. Mouse's friendships are real and sweet and innocent and still not without drama or emotion. (Romance is cute and all but I often get tired of the same love triangle etc. in YA books.) I admire Scott Stedman's attention to detail and worldbuilding. This book is a must for both young and older readers!
I loved this book. It is a beautiful story of learning to accept and find yourself, of never giving up and of growing up. Mouse's character development is really well done and I got all emotional while I watched her grow! I also really enjoyed the coding and tech details even though it isn't something I know a lot about. It was also refreshing to read a YA book that did not have romance as an essential part of the story. Mouse's friendships are real and sweet and innocent and still not without drama or emotion. (Romance is cute and all but I often get tired of the same love triangle etc. in YA books.) I admire Scott Stedman's attention to detail and worldbuilding. This book is a must for both young and older readers!
May 8, 2022
Excellent book for middle grade students. Mixing technology, an orphan who is a prodigy, a special school (which rivals Hogwarts), a school wide contest, good and evil, and much more keeps the reader entertained. I received an advanced copy of this book from NetGalley and the publisher and voluntarily provided an honest review.
May 2, 2022
12 year old orphan, Mouse, is a self-taught computer and coding genius who mysteriously ends up in America’s most privileged technology academy. During her time there, she traverses the school halls unravelling mystery by mystery, ultimately looking for answers about her biological parents.
‘Mouse’ takes a spectacular look at the technological society that we live in, teaching readers about the issues of having such complex technology and the problems of what can happen online. Readers are able to learn more about internet security and how hacks, codes and other cyber tools can be used to not only improve lives but also cause havoc.
Thank you for this fun read and providing a wonderful insight into the technological advances of the 21st century.
‘Mouse’ takes a spectacular look at the technological society that we live in, teaching readers about the issues of having such complex technology and the problems of what can happen online. Readers are able to learn more about internet security and how hacks, codes and other cyber tools can be used to not only improve lives but also cause havoc.
Thank you for this fun read and providing a wonderful insight into the technological advances of the 21st century.
April 26, 2022
Mouse is an orphan who had been stuck in foster care for her whole life, moving from family to family, bur never truly finding a home anywhere. That is, until she is taken to a fancy boarding school with the best technology she's ever seen. You see, Mouse is a hacker. And we're not talking a low level, change your grades or attendance in the computer like Ferris Bueller. Mouse is highly skilled in all computer languages and can switch it up while in the middle of coding. C++, Fortran, you name it, she can code in it. And she can write code that infiltrates even the best security programs. Ut why was she sent to this fancy school when her classmates all had to test in? And who found out about her coding abilities? A fun mystery.
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April 16, 2022
Stedman writes with wit and depth. Mouse is the child's name, (Hers is not the weirdest name in the book.) She's an orphan; an orphan of an orphan and an orphan. She's abandoned, misunderstood, and out of her depth. So she's also a rebel; a rebel of a rebel and a rebel.
Mouse is about a brilliant but troubled little girl, and what happens when she is selected for an uber-rich boarding school by an outdated, outrageous program that should have been defunct, but somehow isn't.
If my review is not making sense, it will when you read the book. The book, at times, doesn't make sense; or, at least, not linear sense. It's a book about coding, and coders, and code-craft; a book about cutting edge technologies: past, present, and future.
If you don't know a lot about computers or about writing code or about technology in general, don't worry. This book is comprehensive and inclusive without making the reader feel inept. I admit that I may have scratched my head a few times while reading it, but it never once made me feel stupid.
Buy this book for yourself, for your kids, for your library. This book deserves to be a huge success. Mr Stedman is a genius.
Mouse is about a brilliant but troubled little girl, and what happens when she is selected for an uber-rich boarding school by an outdated, outrageous program that should have been defunct, but somehow isn't.
If my review is not making sense, it will when you read the book. The book, at times, doesn't make sense; or, at least, not linear sense. It's a book about coding, and coders, and code-craft; a book about cutting edge technologies: past, present, and future.
If you don't know a lot about computers or about writing code or about technology in general, don't worry. This book is comprehensive and inclusive without making the reader feel inept. I admit that I may have scratched my head a few times while reading it, but it never once made me feel stupid.
Buy this book for yourself, for your kids, for your library. This book deserves to be a huge success. Mr Stedman is a genius.
July 20, 2022
Stedman’s inspiration for writing Mouse was his thirteen-year-old daughter. “As my daughter got older and began reading the stories I’d loved as a kid, I’d found that some of the things I’d felt were so disheartening were still embedded in the framework of the fantasy genre,” he shares. “I felt that code not only released the genre from the dated ‘aristocracy’ of sorcerers but also gave my daughter an inspiring role model who was passionate about STEM, a real-life field she could pursue. I wanted her to have a character she could relate to who used tech in magical ways to give herself agency and strength in a world that was loaded against her.”
Now, I will admit that I read that blurb before I read the book, so I was already invested because I want my kid(s) to know that they can be whatever they want to be and live in a magical world without needing to be any more special than anyone else. But this really did have a Harry Potter-type feel, but much more realistic because coding is, you know, real. I was surprised at how invested I got and how quickly I wanted to know everything and anything about this world. And I know absolutely nothing about coding—that didn’t matter.
Mouse is a strange name for a main character—there’s no way to get around it. And though I probably would have preferred if she had another name (even if Mouse was a nickname!), it wasn’t as weird to continue reading after a few chapters. I like that she has an attitude and is untrustworthy and short-tempered…all of the characteristics a child with a rough upbringing would undoubtedly have. I’m not sure how actual middle graders could relate to her, having not been one for a very long time, but between her group of friends, there are bits and pieces of each one that kids can look up to. Ada, her roommate, was by far my favourite. I loved her.
If I have to give it one critique, I thought some of the language might be a little bit difficult to understand for someone in elementary school. Not so much the coding part, because that didn’t usually get into too much detail, but just the vocabulary used and the amount of description that happened. If I compared it to Harry Potter (at least the first one), I think it would be more challenging to read. But despite that, I think the story was very well thought out with enough red herrings to not make the plot obvious. It kept me guessing the whole way through, and everything came together very nicely in the end.
I really, really loved Mouse and hope Stedman gets enough traction to be able to do a sequel. I would love to see what other adventures Mouse and her friends get up to over her time at Rickum.
4.5 STARS
Thank you to Smith Publicity, Inc. for a free copy in exchange for my honest review.
Now, I will admit that I read that blurb before I read the book, so I was already invested because I want my kid(s) to know that they can be whatever they want to be and live in a magical world without needing to be any more special than anyone else. But this really did have a Harry Potter-type feel, but much more realistic because coding is, you know, real. I was surprised at how invested I got and how quickly I wanted to know everything and anything about this world. And I know absolutely nothing about coding—that didn’t matter.
Mouse is a strange name for a main character—there’s no way to get around it. And though I probably would have preferred if she had another name (even if Mouse was a nickname!), it wasn’t as weird to continue reading after a few chapters. I like that she has an attitude and is untrustworthy and short-tempered…all of the characteristics a child with a rough upbringing would undoubtedly have. I’m not sure how actual middle graders could relate to her, having not been one for a very long time, but between her group of friends, there are bits and pieces of each one that kids can look up to. Ada, her roommate, was by far my favourite. I loved her.
If I have to give it one critique, I thought some of the language might be a little bit difficult to understand for someone in elementary school. Not so much the coding part, because that didn’t usually get into too much detail, but just the vocabulary used and the amount of description that happened. If I compared it to Harry Potter (at least the first one), I think it would be more challenging to read. But despite that, I think the story was very well thought out with enough red herrings to not make the plot obvious. It kept me guessing the whole way through, and everything came together very nicely in the end.
I really, really loved Mouse and hope Stedman gets enough traction to be able to do a sequel. I would love to see what other adventures Mouse and her friends get up to over her time at Rickum.
4.5 STARS
Thank you to Smith Publicity, Inc. for a free copy in exchange for my honest review.
June 23, 2022
Get ready for a high-speed dive into the world of high-tech, coding, and hackers as this novel holds tension high, weaves in mystery, and places a genius girl right in the middle.
Mouse has bounced from one foster home to the next since she was born and can never figure out how she always catches the blame. Using her talents to search up information about her birth parents, she's caught hacking into one of the biggest corporation's systems, but instead of heading right back to juvie, she's enrolled in an elite, wealthy school for coders and everything high-tech. But she's not the only one confused at her odd luck, especially since a much-feared hacker has just escaped prison and is rumored to bring about a type of end of the world. Suspected to be a pawn in the villain's game, some have their eyes on her, but that's not her biggest problem. As fellow students are attacked and suspicions rise, Mouse needs to figure out who she is and who she wants to be.
This novel caught me by surprise. Not only did it hold the tension and high-tech mystery the blurb promises, but it does it in a very-well woven fashion. Mouse might seem as a bit cliche, an orphan wanting to know more about her birth parents and struggling to get through life, but she's so much more. Her talents in coding make her a genius, and yet, that's the only place she feels comfortable. Otherwise, she comes across as a little, lost 'mouse', not nearly as evil as those around her want to paint her and actually as normal as any other kid. While she's harsh to others, this quickly melts away as friendships build. It creates a wonderful character arc, which is understandable and easy to identify with.
The high-tech is simply neat. It was a treat to get lost in the world, where there's quite a bit of reality topped off with a frosting of fantasy. The two blur in a delightful way, making an intriguing world. The details are well laid and given just enough foundation to make them come to life without growing boring. The plot is very well woven, keeping the pacing high with enough mystery to make it hard to put down. There are always surprises, and even sub-plots create an engaging mix. The only thing I can criticize a tiny bit is some of the character reactions/interactions, but these teeny jolts were far and few between.
This is one of the more original and exciting reads I've picked up this year, and I can recommend it not only to upper middle graders (ages 10 and up) but to teens and even some adults. I received a complimentary copy and was very caught up into the mystery, adventure, and world.
Mouse has bounced from one foster home to the next since she was born and can never figure out how she always catches the blame. Using her talents to search up information about her birth parents, she's caught hacking into one of the biggest corporation's systems, but instead of heading right back to juvie, she's enrolled in an elite, wealthy school for coders and everything high-tech. But she's not the only one confused at her odd luck, especially since a much-feared hacker has just escaped prison and is rumored to bring about a type of end of the world. Suspected to be a pawn in the villain's game, some have their eyes on her, but that's not her biggest problem. As fellow students are attacked and suspicions rise, Mouse needs to figure out who she is and who she wants to be.
This novel caught me by surprise. Not only did it hold the tension and high-tech mystery the blurb promises, but it does it in a very-well woven fashion. Mouse might seem as a bit cliche, an orphan wanting to know more about her birth parents and struggling to get through life, but she's so much more. Her talents in coding make her a genius, and yet, that's the only place she feels comfortable. Otherwise, she comes across as a little, lost 'mouse', not nearly as evil as those around her want to paint her and actually as normal as any other kid. While she's harsh to others, this quickly melts away as friendships build. It creates a wonderful character arc, which is understandable and easy to identify with.
The high-tech is simply neat. It was a treat to get lost in the world, where there's quite a bit of reality topped off with a frosting of fantasy. The two blur in a delightful way, making an intriguing world. The details are well laid and given just enough foundation to make them come to life without growing boring. The plot is very well woven, keeping the pacing high with enough mystery to make it hard to put down. There are always surprises, and even sub-plots create an engaging mix. The only thing I can criticize a tiny bit is some of the character reactions/interactions, but these teeny jolts were far and few between.
This is one of the more original and exciting reads I've picked up this year, and I can recommend it not only to upper middle graders (ages 10 and up) but to teens and even some adults. I received a complimentary copy and was very caught up into the mystery, adventure, and world.
September 1, 2022
Disclaimer: I received the finished copy from the author. Thanks! All opinions are my own.
Book: Mouse
Author: N. Scot Stedman
Book Series: Standalone
Rating: 4/5
Diversity: British Foster Care MC
Recommended For...: middle grade readers, techie, coders, mystery, boarding school
Publication Date: May 3, 2022
Genre: MG Techie Mystery
Age Relevance: 10+ (violence, abelism, bullying, death)
Explanation of Above: There is some violence mentioned and some of it is slightly shown. There is some bullying shown and death is mentioned. There is also some abelist language regarding making coding accessible to everyone, but the MC is not counting them as a real person in their regard. However, the MC does learn this is a bad thing.
Publisher: River Grove Books
Pages: 302
Synopsis: TWELVE-YEAR-OLD MOUSE GAMMA has spent her entire life struggling to communicate. She’s never understood how to stop the bullies and negligent foster parents without causing more trouble than it’s worth. That is until she discovers the magic of code—a language that’s more powerful than anything she’s ever imagined.
To everyone’s surprise, Mouse is anonymously chosen to attend the prestigious Rickum Academy—an incubator for the brightest and most promising young minds in tech. Her excitement is short-lived as the mystery of how she ended up at Rickum very quickly unravels around her, threatening the safety of her new life and the innocent lives of those around her. With the help of her new friends, Ada and Boone, Mouse is in a race against her classmates, her teachers, and the most powerful man in tech to not only uncover the truth about who she is, but who she is not.
Review: For the most part I really liked this book! I loved that it was a coding/hacking book and that it had a very Spy Kids feel to it mixed with Ready Player One vibes. I thought that the book was solid and it had decent world building and character development. I really liked the book overall and I immediately gave it to a coder friend of mine to enjoy.
However I did have some issues with the book. The book is targeted and can be read by middle grade aged readers, but it does read a bit older. The MC especially sounds older and it’s sometimes hard to remember they’re 12. The POV sometimes changes randomly and it’s a little confusing for non-coders.
Verdict: It was good!
Book: Mouse
Author: N. Scot Stedman
Book Series: Standalone
Rating: 4/5
Diversity: British Foster Care MC
Recommended For...: middle grade readers, techie, coders, mystery, boarding school
Publication Date: May 3, 2022
Genre: MG Techie Mystery
Age Relevance: 10+ (violence, abelism, bullying, death)
Explanation of Above: There is some violence mentioned and some of it is slightly shown. There is some bullying shown and death is mentioned. There is also some abelist language regarding making coding accessible to everyone, but the MC is not counting them as a real person in their regard. However, the MC does learn this is a bad thing.
Publisher: River Grove Books
Pages: 302
Synopsis: TWELVE-YEAR-OLD MOUSE GAMMA has spent her entire life struggling to communicate. She’s never understood how to stop the bullies and negligent foster parents without causing more trouble than it’s worth. That is until she discovers the magic of code—a language that’s more powerful than anything she’s ever imagined.
To everyone’s surprise, Mouse is anonymously chosen to attend the prestigious Rickum Academy—an incubator for the brightest and most promising young minds in tech. Her excitement is short-lived as the mystery of how she ended up at Rickum very quickly unravels around her, threatening the safety of her new life and the innocent lives of those around her. With the help of her new friends, Ada and Boone, Mouse is in a race against her classmates, her teachers, and the most powerful man in tech to not only uncover the truth about who she is, but who she is not.
Review: For the most part I really liked this book! I loved that it was a coding/hacking book and that it had a very Spy Kids feel to it mixed with Ready Player One vibes. I thought that the book was solid and it had decent world building and character development. I really liked the book overall and I immediately gave it to a coder friend of mine to enjoy.
However I did have some issues with the book. The book is targeted and can be read by middle grade aged readers, but it does read a bit older. The MC especially sounds older and it’s sometimes hard to remember they’re 12. The POV sometimes changes randomly and it’s a little confusing for non-coders.
Verdict: It was good!
May 29, 2022
🌵Oh my goshhhh!!! This is such a one of kind of book that really kept surprising me throughout. I'm into coding, I love technology and we all do for sure, this is such a extraordinary story of Mouse, a very strong character who taught me a lot indirectly. I was constantly bombarded with truths and life lessons and there was a point where I did felt broken because of everything some kids go through due to someone else and the world being unkind.
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The storyline has a lot of dimensions and along with being a multidimensional read it opens up a lot of issues that are not usually talked about, we might not be aware but a kid might be going through so much one could ever imagine. The other aspect of the book is extremely fascinating and charming, I am attracted by mental intellect and I find Mouse exactly like me very passionate and knows what she wants. This is a great read not just for children, teens, adults but for anyone who wants something fun, entertaining and filled with emotions as well as mystery. The mysterious aspect of the book kept me going and I was so much engrossed by the way it's written. It's something that also spreads awareness about a lot of things and I thank the author for bringing a story to the world that deserves to be heard.
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It's a fun read at some point and truly keeps it readers entertained throughout. A moving tale of dreams, struggle and passion. Go for it. It's highly recommended.
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Rating: 4.5⭐️
April 12, 2023
This was my first book that I finished in 2023 and after 3 months I still remember the story so vividly, and it put me in a reading slump because I just wanted more of the same writing style. The characters are so likeable, the main character reminding me of my awkward unsociable phase of my childhood and the growth she goes through in the story fells so reasonable. The writing style is just *chef’s kiss* the way N.Scott Stedman builds mystery had me going crazy over this book. Then when I got to the most thrilling part of the book I must have finished the second third onwards in one night. The ending is a plot twist which my very intellectual mind figured ( I’m joking ) out, but the ending is very sweet and left me smiling.
I pray to the book lords N.Scott Stedman writes a sequel.
I pray to the book lords N.Scott Stedman writes a sequel.
November 1, 2022
I enjoyed this story about a school filled with the brightest minds in computer coding. I enjoyed learning how Mouse grew up and finally began to make friends. I really liked Mouse, Ada and Boone. I liked that there was some suspense in the story. I recommend this book for teens, though I think some adults would enjoy this also. I received a copy of this book from Smith Publicity for a fair and honest opinion that I gave of my own free will.
December 21, 2022
I was sent this book in exchange for an honest review. I really enjoyed this book. It’s a wonderful YA read. I don’t know anything about coding and I still felt so engaged and immersed in Mouse’s world so I imagine any reader who reads this that does have an interest in coding (especially young teens) would love this book!
July 10, 2023
Fun book to read, especially if you're a tech savvy! The story of the orphan prodigy Mouse and the thrill of discovering her origins while trying to survive school, makes it for an engagin read.
The book is fast paced and the mystery well orchestrated, I would recommend to young readers who also enjoy Mouse's passion.
The book is fast paced and the mystery well orchestrated, I would recommend to young readers who also enjoy Mouse's passion.
May 20, 2022
Fun may be the word for this. It has good pacing and kept me engaged. I liked the characters and plotting, and look forward to the author's next book.
Thanks very much for the free review copy!!
Thanks very much for the free review copy!!
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