The Rig
by Joe Ducie
When Will Drake is sent to an oil-rig-turned-prison in the Arctic Ocean, he immediately cases the place for means of escape. He has escaped two previous prisons, and Will is determined to escape this ultimate challenge and leave behind the rigorous schedule and the ever-watchful Warden.
He gets more than he bargains for, though, when he
accidentally discovers a top-secret experiment, Crystal-X, happening in the
depths of the rig. With his newfound knowledge, he must decide between staying
quiet and following through with plans of escape or whistle-blowing the entire
operation – with plans of escape.
Overall, this book is marketed towards middle and high
school students, which is appropriate. There is some cursing, but not as much
as one would expect on a floating prison with the world’s worst criminals.
While characterization could be stronger, as the reader peels away the layers
of Drake he becomes more relatable and sympathetic. The whole “playing God in
the basement” aspect of Crystal-X is a bit unbelievable, so just sit back,
relax, and let the story lead you.
This would make a great movie, as long as it’s not
directed by the people who butchered The Maze Runner. I also loved the idea of a floating prison and would immediately snap up any other books that decide to take on this premise. Amazing idea!
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