Fake: A thrillingly paced, timely novel about identity and our digital lives

A tightly plotted adventure mystery, Elle Fountain's Fake imagines a world recovering from a deadly scarlet fever outbreak where children are only able to go socialise and go to school once they reach fourteen. Farmgirl Jess feels out of place in her boarding school, surrounded by rich fellow pupils who order everything their hearts desire via drone technology. Surrounded by technology, Jess disappears into the world of hacking to distract herself, but when she begins to ask questions about the sudden price rises in the medicine keeping her sister alive, she unlocks a conspiracy that endangers her family and her future.Bound to spark interesting classroom debate about our reliance upon technology, Fake is a pacy middle grade adventure with strong central character and high stakes.

Yet another epic read from Ele Fountain.I am a slow reader usually but not with these books - I can’t wait to turn the page and find out what adventure is around the corner.A gripping story, edge of your seat, page turner - another must read!Now my daughters are wanting to read them too and are equally enthralled.Can’t wait for the next book!

Wow what a phenomenal book. I bought the book as bedtime reading for my two daughters age 10 and 8, it’s such a phenomenal read that they wanted me to read it at breakfast and tea time too.We raced through the book within a few days (to their disappointment as they were sad when the book ended) as they enjoyed it so much.A truly though provoking and well written book which I would highly recommend. I do hope there is a sequel.

A fascinating thought provoking book which is also a very good read. I really enjoyed it.