50 pages 1 hour read

Suzanne Park

The Perfect Escape

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2020

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

The Perfect Escape by Suzanne Park tells the story of Nate, a tech-savvy Korean American teen, and Kate, an aspiring actress, who work at a zombie-themed escape room and team up in a high-stakes survivalist competition to improve their lives. Through various challenges and revelations, they form a deep connection while confronting personal dreams, socioeconomic struggles, and cultural identity.

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

The Perfect Escape by Suzanne Park garners mixed reviews. Readers praise its engaging storyline and charming characters, lauding the humor and romance. However, some criticize the predictable plot and underdeveloped secondary characters. Overall, it offers delightful escapism with moments of genuine connection but might lack depth for some readers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Perfect Escape?

Ideal for fans of To All the Boys I've Loved Before and Ready Player One, readers of The Perfect Escape by Suzanne Park enjoy lighthearted romances with humor, STEM elements, and an adventurous spirit. Teenagers and young adults who appreciate diverse characters and an engaging, tech-savvy plot will be particularly captivated.

Recommended

Reading Age

13-18years

Lexile Level

HL680L

Book Details

Genre

Romance

Coming of Age / Bildungsroman

Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction

Themes

Values/Ideas: Win & Lose

Values/Ideas: Loyalty & Betrayal

Relationships: Teams