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  • The Paradise Trap

    Catherine Jinks, Chelsea Bruland, Listening Library

    Audiobook (Listening Library, April 24, 2012)
    Eleven-year-old Marcus loves video games and hates the beach. So he is not happy when his mum, Holly, drags him to Diamond Beach, the place she loved as a child. Once there, Holly meets Coco, her friend from her childhood. She is there with her electronics-obsessed husband, Sterling Huckstepp, and their kids: cool teenage Newt, pizza-loving Edison, and the family robot, Prot. Opening a door into the basement of Holly's caravan, Edison discovers the most amazing amusement park. Whoever opens a door in the basement finds themselves in their very own dream vacation. But when the dream becomes impossible to escape from, it all begins to feel more like a nightmare: Marcus, Holly, and the Huckstepps find themselves trapped in a matrix of terrifyingly perfect dreamscapes peopled with strange characters that will allow them to do anything they want - except leave....A whirlwind adventure at a breakneck speed.
  • The Paradise Key

    Nick Thacker

    eBook (Turtleshell Press, Dec. 26, 2017)
    Paradisum is a science-based theme park. At least, that's what everyone thinks. But there seems to be something sinister going on beneath the surface. OceanTech Paradisum is the cutting-edge theme park from OceanTech, and they are hoping to capitalize on the growing trend of education-based vacation destinations. The park's CEO, Adrian Crawford, has spent his entire professional life working toward this goal, and he is excited to show it to the world. Harvey Bennett and his team at the Civilian Special Operations are sent to Paradisum to investigate the security protocols at the new park. But what they find there terrifies them...From USA Today bestselling author Nick Thacker, The Paradise Key is the latest in the groundbreaking and genre-bending Harvey Bennett Thrillers series!*Pick up your copy today and start reading!*The Paradise Key is part of a longer series, but was written to be enjoyed as a standalone novel.
  • The Paradise Twin

    Austin J. Bailey

    language (, Feb. 4, 2016)
    An ancient evil. A soul in peril. A hero rising.In one summer Brinley has gone from small town girl to Magemother, a powerful figure in the magical kingdom of Aberdeen. Now she must find the missing mages and restore their power before the evil festering in the Wizard's Ire has a chance to escape. Meanwhile her newest mage, Hugo, is drawn into a battle for his soul that may just tear him apart.The Paradise Twin is the second book in Austin J. Bailey's Magemother series: an epic middle-grade fantasy adventure series with witches, shapeshifters, and cliffhangers, and awesome kids (There are no boring adults in this book!).What Readers are SayingFantastic! If you liked Harry Potter or Percy Jackson, you'll love this book! It's a fast paced adventure that will keep you wondering what happens next. I would recommend reading the first book, as well. It's still free, I believe. If you're looking for a new series, start here.-Tanya GralaLoved the world it took me into to. A good, clean, fun story that left me wanting more. Loved how developed the characters were for such a quick read. A great read for any age.-MelissaA fresh story of good versus evil set in a fantasy world much like a marvelous daydream gone wild. A truly enjoyable and engaging read.-S.RosenquistInterview with the AuthorQ - Why should I try your books? A - Because the Magemother books are fast and fun, and I guarantee you'll never forget the friends you find inside them. Each of the books is a different experience, but each one is worth your time. And I'm not just saying that because I wrote them. I've also read a TON of Fantasy. If you like fun, kid-friendly books with lots of magic and a plot that twists and turns, you'll get a kick out of this series.Q - So, what makes the Magemother series so special?A - A few things. When I set out to write the Magemother series I wanted to write the types of books that I love to read. My top picks are usually fantasy books. I'm well into my 20's now and I still love reading the middle grade bestsellers. Especially ones with a good bit of mystery, a few surprises, and lots of laughs.The Magemother books have a good mix of these things. They mostly focus on the children's fantasy / teen fantasy adventure genre's over all, with some coming of age and mystery aspects thrown in for good measure.Overall the Magemother series is designed to invite you into another wonderful fantasy universe alongside a set of unforgettable characters.Q - What order should I read the books in?A - Well, if I did my job right you should be able to read them in any order you want right? Seriously though, fantasy worlds can get a bit complicated, so if you don't want to risk missing anything I would suggest this order:- The Mage and the Magpie- The Empty Throne (Novella)- The Paradise Twin- The Bridge to Nowhere (coming soon)Q - Which one was your favorite to write?A - That's a tough one. The Empty Throne was fun because Tabitha is such a wonderfully strange and quirky character, and I really had a blast giving her her own adventure. That said, The Paradise Twin is my favorite so far. The characters really come alive in that book, especially Hugo, who has some serious demons to wrestle with. There is also some great plot twists and comedy in that one, if I do say so myself.Magemother Middle Grade Fantasy Adventure Series eBook Categories:-kids fantasy books ages 9-12-young adult fantasy book series-middle grade fantasy adventure-middle grade books for boys,-kids fantasy books 9-12,-middle grade fantasy adventure-middle grade fantasy for boys-fantasy adventure for boys-boy fantasy series
  • The Paradise Trap

    Catherine Jinks

    Hardcover (EgmontUSA, April 24, 2012)
    A boy . . . a witch . . . and a totally sinister paradise: that’s what Marcus gets when his mom rents a scuzzy trailer and parks it near a dirty, noisy beach. Some vacation! Marcus would rather play video games anyway, but when he discovers a staircase underneath the trailer, it looks as if he may be in for some kind of multilevel, multiplayer experience controlled by a complete nightmare of a witch. It’s just like a game—except it’s all too real. The author of Evil Genius spins a brilliantly compelling yarn of a journey into a dark and twisted land—because once you enter the Paradise Trap, there’s no guarantee that you’ll ever leave!
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  • The Paradise Trap

    Catherine Jinks

    Paperback (EgmontUSA, July 9, 2013)
    A boy . . . a witch . . . and a totally sinister paradise: that’s what Marcus gets when his mom rents a scuzzy trailer and parks it near a dirty, noisy beach. Some vacation! Marcus would rather play video games anyway, but when he discovers a staircase underneath the trailer, it looks as if he may be in for some kind of multilevel, multiplayer experience controlled by a complete nightmare of a witch. It’s just like a game—except it’s all too real. The author of Evil Genius spins a brilliantly compelling yarn of a journey into a dark and twisted land—because once you enter the Paradise Trap, there’s no guarantee that you’ll ever leave!
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  • The Paradise Trap

    Catherine Jinks, Chelsea Bruland

    Audio CD (Listening Library (Audio), April 24, 2012)
    Eleven year old Marcus loves video games and hates the beach. So he is not happy when his mum Holly drags him to Diamond Beach, the place she loved as a child. Once there, Holly meets Coco, her friend from her childhood. She is there with her electronics-obsessed husband, Sterling Huckstepp, and their kids, cool teenage Newt, pizza-loving Edison and the family robot, Prot. Opening a door into the basement of Holly's caravan, Edison discovers the most amazing amusement park. Whoever opens a door in the basement finds themselves in their very own dream vacation. But when the dream becomes impossible to escape from, it all begins to feel more like a nightmare: Marcus, Holly, and the Huckstepps find themselves trapped in a matrix of terrifyingly perfect dreamscapes peopled with strange characters that will allow them to do anything they want, except leave...A whirlwind adventure at a breakneck speed.
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  • The Paradise Key

    Nick Thacker

    Paperback (Independently published, Jan. 24, 2019)
    Paradisum is a science-based theme park. At least, that's what everyone thinks. But there seems to be something sinister going on beneath the surface. OceanTech Paradisum is the cutting-edge theme park from OceanTech, and they are hoping to capitalize on the growing trend of education-based vacation destinations. The park's CEO, Adrian Crawford, has spent his entire professional life working toward this goal, and he is excited to show it to the world. Harvey Bennett and his team at the Civilian Special Operations are sent to Paradisum to investigate the security protocols at the new park. But what they find there terrifies them...From USA Today bestselling author Nick Thacker, The Paradise Key is the latest in the groundbreaking and genre-bending Harvey Bennett Thrillers series!*Pick up your copy today and start reading!*The Paradise Key is part of a longer series, but was written to be enjoyed as a standalone novel.
  • Paradise Trap

    Catherine Jinks

    Paperback (Quercus, Feb. 1, 2012)
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    Catherine Jinks

    Audio CD (Listening Library, April 24, 2012)
    Eleven year old Marcus loves video games and hates the beach. So he is not happy when his mum Holly drags him to Diamond Beach, the place she loved as a child. Once there, Holly meets Coco, her friend from her childhood. She is there with her electronics-obsessed husband, Sterling Huckstepp, and their kids, cool teenage Newt, pizza-loving Edison and the family robot, Prot. Opening a door into the basement of Holly's caravan, Edison discovers the most amazing amusement park. Whoever opens a door in the basement finds themselves in their very own dream vacation. But when the dream becomes impossible to escape from, it all begins to feel more like a nightmare: Marcus, Holly, and the Huckstepps find themselves trapped in a matrix of terrifyingly perfect dreamscapes peopled with strange characters that will allow them to do anything they want, except leave...A whirlwind adventure at a breakneck speed.
  • The Paradise Bird

    Marcus Pfister

    Hardcover (minedition, Oct. 1, 2015)
    From the author of The Rainbow Fish, a young bird finds the cure for boredom The ravens are as bored as can be, but luckily something interesting tumbles at them in the form of a bright and noisy paradise bird. And this colorful bird is about to change their outlook on life in ways they never expected. Before long, the flock of sullen ravens will be on its feet dancing, as will anyone who reads this funny, spirited book that will delight any child who claims to be bored.
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  • Paradise Trap

    Catherine Jinks

    Paperback (Quercus, Feb. 1, 2012)
    Eleven year old Marcus loves video games and hates the beach. So he is not happy when his mum Holly drags him to Diamond Beach, the place she loved as a child. Once there, Holly meets Coco, her friend from her childhood. She is there with her electronics-obsessed husband, Sterling Huckstepp, and their kids, cool teenage Newt, pizza-loving Edison and the family robot, Prot. Opening a door into the basement of Holly's caravan, Edison discovers the most amazing amusement park. Whoever opens a door in the basement finds themselves in their very own dream vacation. But when the dream becomes impossible to escape from, it all begins to feel more like a nightmare: Marcus, Holly, and the Huckstepps find themselves trapped in a matrix of terrifyingly perfect dreamscapes peopled with strange characters that will allow them to do anything they want, except leave... A whirlwind adventure at a breakneck speed.
  • The Paradise Pony

    K.M. Peyton

    Paperback (Corgi Childrens, March 15, 1999)
    Lauren and Tashy love their ponies, Humpfrey and Monkey, even if - as rescue ponies - they aren't really very good at anything. Secretly, both girls would love to be able to win rosettes. Then Cobweb appears - a beautiful, silvery, ghost pony from Paradise. And when Cobweb joins the girls on a ride out, some of her magic seems to rub off on to their real ponies and Humpfrey and Monkey can jump beautifully...
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