The Reality Bug (Pendragon) [Library Binding]

D. J. Machale (Author)

Book Description

Series: Pendragon | Publication Date: August 11, 2008

FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. Arriving on the seemingly peaceful planet of Veelox to capture the evil Saint Dane, 15-year-old Bobby Pendragon discovers that the people of Veelox have found a way to transport their minds to various dream worlds.

--This text refers to the School & Library Binding edition.

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Fifteen-year-old Bobby Pendragon has visited the alternate dimension of Denduron (The Merchant of Death), explored the endangered underworld territory of Cloral (The Lost City of Faar), and traveled back in time on his own planet Earth to uncover the evil plot of the fiendish Saint Dane--the evil force behind all these interworld exploits (The Never War). Now he "flumes" (a kind of time/space travel) into the territory of Veelox expecting to wage another battle against evil... only to find all is peaceful. He quickly discovers the peace is due to the fact that most of the citizens of Veelox have become addicted to Lifelight, a virtual reality lifestyle. Unfortunately, what once seemed so safe and enjoyable has taken a frightening twist, and Bobby must rely on a Veelox Traveler named Aja to help him find a solution--and save the territory. His antagonistic relationship with the brilliant Aja grates on his nerves as she spits out cryptic words of wisdom: "Salvation here can be found in only one place: the imagination. If you can't understand that, you might as well flume out right now."

Fans of D.J. MacHale's Pendragon series will enjoy this latest entry, and look forward to the forthcoming fifth title. The attraction of the series is not so much great writing or character development as fast-paced action and edge-of-seat danger. (Ages 9 to 12) --Emilie Coulter --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

About the Author

DJ MacHale is the writer/creator of Nickelodeon's wildly successful children's horror show 'Are You Afraid of the Dark?'. He lives in Marina Del Rey, California. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Library Binding: 320 pages
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1439530203
• ISBN-13: 978-1439530207
• Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 4.8 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (57 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,473,746 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

D. J. MacHale is a writer, director, and producer of several popular television series and movies that include Flight 29 Down; Are You Afraid of the Dark?; Encyclopedia Brown, Boy Detective; Tower of Terror; and Ghostwriter. Pendragon, his first book series, is a #1 New York Times bestselling series. He lives in southern California with his wife, Evangeline; his daughter, Keaton; a golden retriever, Maggie; and a kitten, Kaboodle.

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars AWESOME., June 21, 2004

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Gerald M. Fried "jmariners03" (Montclair, NJ USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Reality Bug (Pendragon Series #4) (Paperback)

Okay, I've heard of good books, but this one blew my socks off. Bobby Pendragon is a Traveler. He goes to a place called Veelox, which is completely deserted. Everyone is in virtual reality. The residents don't even know it, but their world is crumbling as they enjoy virtual reality! Bobby has to stop this. Awesome book, awesome plot awesome characters. YOU WILL LOVE IT!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The "Pendragon" series captures the reader and draws it into a world of betrayal, suspense, and uniqueness!, November 15, 2005

A Kid's Review

This review is from: The Reality Bug (Pendragon Series #4) (Paperback)

The "Pendragon" series captures the reader's attention and draws you into a world of betrayal, suspense, and uniqueness! I have been reading the Pendragon series ever since one afternoon in fifth grade when one of my fellow peers recommended some book called "Pendragon." Sincerely, when reading the synopsis on the back of the book, I believed that it would be..."cheesie." I was WRONG! The one reason why the Pendragon series is a remarkable read is because it is distinct in its plot and words. When reading the Pendragon series, I stay up as late as 12:00 or 1:00am intensely devouring the words of each page. Embarrassingly to say, I am currently a seventh grader and am presently reading Book Five of the Pendragon series, "Black Water." Read the Pendragon series and you will be drawn into a world of intrigue, thrill, and you will endure the most spontaneous and surprising events you will ever read in a young adult book.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome!, January 28, 2007

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Puffrider (Wisconsin, United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Reality Bug (Pendragon Series #4) (Paperback)

This book seemed just a tad bit dreary as far as the world goes but nonetheless it was a totally great read!