Marissa Meyer, the American author of The Lunar Chronicles – a series I absolutely love – has teamed up with one of Australia’s own, Tamara Moss! Together they have created an absolutely thrilling murder mystery that’s impossible to put down.

The Escape Game is a reality game show where groups of teenagers have to work together to solve clues and escape the fastest for a chance to win a share of one million dollars in prize money! Sounds like harmless fun, right? It was, until season four ended in horror when contestant Alicia Angelos was found murdered on set. The number one suspect? Her sister, and game show rival, Sierra. But the investigation is ongoing.

Now Sierra is back for season five, seeking justice! Along with a new team, including: Adi, a beautiful cryptographer; Carter, influencer and maths whiz; and Beck, the wannabe game master. Each teammate has their own motives for wanting to win, and they go far beyond the money. When they enter the escape rooms, they uncover clues that aren’t part of the game. Clues that point to who killed Alicia. And suddenly winning the competition is the least of their worries.

This book is so much fun. It’s fast-paced and full of quirky characters, all with their own dark secrets. There’s a whole lot of drama, sabotage, a little romance and a few more murders! It ends with a ‘to be continued’! I need the next one now! I highly recommend it for anyone aged 14+ who loves escape rooms, reality TV, or a solid murder mystery!