“Erebos,” a fantasy fiction book, was published in January of 2010 and was originally written in German. Since then, “Erebos” has gained international recognition after winning Germany’s Youth Literature Prize and been translated into 23 languages. Photo Fair Use of Taringa!
The book “Erebos” by Ursula Poznanski is a must-read with its mysterious plot of a manipulative and dangerous video game that tries to take over the lives of Nick Dunmore and his high school friends.
The thrilling book “Erebos” by Ursula Poznanski is an intense and excellent page turner leaving cliffhangers at the end of every chapter. The book’s great mystery and romantic subplot keeps the reader curious and engaged throughout.
When sixteen-year-old Nick Dunmore receives a mysterious package containing a video game called “Erebos,” the cross between the virtual world and reality begin to blur. It’s unlike any game Nick has ever seen and it sends him on unusual tasks that quickly become dangerous.
The pace of the book is fast and reflects the high tension onto the reader. “Erebos” will appeal not only to gamers but any fan of adventure and suspense.
Poznanski uses great detail and diligence in her writing. The language isn’t very advanced and is easy to follow. Poznanski wrote in such a way that makes the reader feel submerged into the book and game, “Erebos.”
Despite its strengths, at times in the book the author switches from using present tense in the game to past tense in the real world which may confuse the reader. Also, the game seems unrealistic which draws away interest and relativism from the book.
In addition to that, all the chapters spent on describing the game takes away from the narrative and doesn’t actually contribute to the main plot the author is getting at.
Overall, “Erebos” is very well written and readers won’t be able to put the book down once they start.
The plot is unlike any other book. It’s no wonder readers get hooked so quickly and it’s hard to tear themselves away. People of all ages can enjoy this book, however, it is going to be more appealing to teens because of the video game theme.
Avid reader or not, “Erebos” will certainly pull readers in and is worth the read.
