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Bringing Down the Mouse - (Charlie Numbers Adventures) by Ben Mezrich (Hardcover)

Bringing Down the Mouse - (Charlie Numbers Adventures) by  Ben Mezrich (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>From the "New York Times"-bestselling author of "The Accidental Billionaires"Nthe basis for the Oscar]-winning film "The Social Network." A mathematically gifted sixth-grader is recruited by a group of students to game the system at the biggest theme park in the worldNand win the big prize.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>Charlie Lewis goes on a roller coaster ride of risk, math, and gaming in this middle grade novel that parallels the <i>New York Times</i> bestselling <i>Bringing Down the House</i>, which inspired the movie <i>21</i>.</b> <p/>Charlie Lewis is a nerd. All he's ever been good at is math--and he's really good at math. So good that he's recruited by a group of kids determined to game the system at the biggest theme park in the world--and win the grand prize. Soon Charlie is caught up in the excitement and thrill of using his math skills for awesomeness...but what's at stake may be more than he's willing to risk. How far will Charlie go for a chance at the ultimate reward?<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"Fast-paced and full of behind-the-scenes detail."-- "Kirkus Reviews"<br><br>A page-turning caper...With Bringing Down the Mouse, Mezrich has brought this theme to middle school fiction, and the result is a clever, breathtaking escapade with a likeable cast."-- "BookPage"<br><br>Mezrich addresses themes of loyalty and honesty while keeping the action tight and the dialogue snappy. Unexpectedly engrossing.-- "Booklist"<br><br>The pacing is well developed, building tension to almost a fever pitch...The plot has several unexpected and well-placed twists, and keeps readers guessing until the very end. A good fit for fans of Gordon Korman's "Swindle" series.-- "School Library Journal"<br>

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