Book Review: Elusion by Claudia Gabel & Cheryl Klam

Elusion
Author: Claudia Gabel | Cheryl Klam
Reading Level: Young Adult
Genre: Science Fiction | Dystopia
Released: March 18th 2014
Review Source: Loaned

Soon, Elusion® will change the world and life as we know it.

A new technology called Elusion is sweeping the country. An app, visor and wristband will virtually transport you to an exotic destination where adventure can be pursued without the complications—or consequences—of real life.

Regan is an Elusion insider. Or at least she used to be. Her father invented the program, and her best friend, Patrick, heir to the tech giant Orexis, is about to release it nationwide. But ever since her father’s unexpected death, Regan can’t bear to Escape, especially since waking up from the dream means crashing back to her grim reality.

Still, when there are rumors of trouble in Elusion—accusations that it’s addictive and dangerous— Regan is determined to defend it. But the critics of Elusion come from surprising sources, including Josh, the handsome skeptic with his own personal stakes. As Regan investigates the claims, she discovers a disturbing web of secrets. She will soon have to choose between love and loyalty…a decision that will affect the lives of millions.

Suspense, thrills, and romance fuel this near-future story about the seductive nature of a perfect virtual world, and how far one girl will go to uncover the truth behind the illusions

If you're not captured by the beautiful cover of this book, the story will sweep you away.

It's a brilliant adventure/mystery/thriller of a story where we follow Regan as she tries to navigate the alluring yet dark sides of Elusion, a new age app which allows it's users to tap into a virtual escape from reality.

The story was paced very well as Regan tries to decipher the clues left behind by her seemingly deceased father so that she can find him. But she also needs to race the clock in order to find out why Elusion is suddenly causing deaths to its users. Throw in a love triangle and this book has it all.

This book will leave your head spinning when you read about the extravagant Escape locations which Gabel describes with brilliant detail.

There is a cliffhanger and definitely more books to follow but this is one game-like adventure you definitely want to continue.