47 pages • 1 hour read
Monica HughesInvitation To The Game
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1991A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Invitation to the Game by Monica Hughes tells the story of Lisse, a teenager in 2154 who, along with seven other graduates, faces unemployment in a dystopian world where robots have taken most jobs. The group discovers a mysterious program called The Game and, after receiving invitations, participates in a virtual reality that unexpectedly leads them to a new planet, where they must adapt and build a new life. The novel contains references to drug use and violence.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Invitation to the Game by Monica Hughes is praised for its imaginative and immersive world-building, capturing dystopian elements with a compelling narrative. Critics appreciate the thought-provoking themes and well-developed characters. However, some find the pacing uneven and the ending abrupt. Overall, it's a captivating read that raises poignant questions about society and survival.
Who Should Read Invitation To The Game?
A reader who would enjoy Invitation to the Game by Monica Hughes is likely a young adult fascinated by dystopian futures, virtual reality, and societal critiques. They may also appreciate themes similar to those in The Giver by Lois Lowry and Ready Player One by Ernest Cline. The book appeals to fans of introspective, speculative fiction that examines human resilience and adaptation in adverse conditions.
RecommendedReading Age
12-18yearsLexile Level
740LBook Details
Science-Fiction / Dystopian Fiction
Fantasy
Children's Literature
Politics / Government
Relationships
Technology
Life/Time: The Future
Natural World: Environment
Society: Colonialism