School's Out - Forever
Readers rate it 3.7 (172 on Hardcover)
416 pages · Released Sep 3, 2026 · Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
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This is an adventure-driven sci-fi series centered on genetically modified kids on the run, which involves chase sequences and some peril but isn't graphically violent. The story emphasizes loyalty, courage, and resourcefulness as the protagonists work together to survive and uncover the truth about their origins. While there are moments of tension and danger, the tone remains accessible for upper-middle-grade readers who enjoy action and mystery. Patterson's fast-paced writing style is popular with this age group, though some younger readers might find the premise (genetic experimentation) unsettling.
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It's 24 hours since Max Ride and her fellow bird-kids escaped the New York Institute, and they're still on the run. But the six companions - 98% human, 2% bird - came away with some vital information, if they can decode the garbled words and numbers, perhaps they'll find out where their parents are. It's 24 hours since Max Ride and her fellow bird-kids escaped the New York Institute, and they're still on the run. But the six companions - 98% human, 2% bird - came away with some vital information, if they can decode the garbled words and numbers, perhaps they'll find out where their parents are.
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- Science Fiction
- Young Adult
- Fiction
- Fantasy
- Dystopian
- General
- Adventure
- Mystery
- Genetic engineering
- Juvenile sound recordings
- English fiction
- Children's fiction
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ISBN 9780759515765 · Little, Brown Books for Young Readers