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Description
In "Mutation" by K.A. Applegate, the main characters Jobs, Mo'Steel, Billy Weir, and other Remnants continue to struggle for survival within the imaginary worlds created by Mother, the sentient computer that controls their reality. While exploring, they encounter new Remnants including Kubric DiSalvo, whose skin has been replaced with a transparent plastic covering. The group also discovers one of the new Remnants has undergone a strange mutation that has transformed him into a dangerous monster, adding a new threat to their already perilous existence.
Quick Summary
In a twist that only K.A. Applegate could deliver, kids trapped inside a mysterious computer program called Mother must face one of their own turned into a terrifying monster. The fast-paced survival story is packed with creepy virtual worlds, unexpected betrayals, and a monster mutation that will leave readers turning pages late into the night. If your kid loved the action and alien mystery of Animorphs or enjoys dystopian survival tales like The Maze Runner, this quick but thrilling read delivers that same addictive combination of science fiction tension and heart. Perfect for readers in grades 4 through 7 who want a suspenseful story they can finish in just a few sittings.