"If you dare read this story you become part of the Experiment. I know it sounds a little mysterious- but it's all I can say for now," - Max.
Maximum Ride is a 14 year old girl who, as the oldest, leads a group of 5 other kids. With the help of the only adult they've ever trusted (who they now believe is dead), they are kidnapped from the lab where they have spent their short lives as experiments. 98% human and 2% avian, these children are stronger than average human adults, have powers and abilities in constant development, and ... they have WINGS!
As if these children don't have enough enough problems, they are being hunted by more genetically altered children who are part human, part wolf.
The book follows Max and her "family" as the youngest of the group has been kidnapped and taken back to the lab. In an effort to rescue her, the other members fight to stay ahead of their attackers and learn more about where they came from and why they are what they are.
I downloaded this book in December 2009 and just got around to reading it this week. I think I have read James Patterson in the past, but I can't remember the title, so I went into this book not knowing what to expect. I went into this blind - reading no descriptions or reviews - and was surprised that it was written for kids (recommended 7th grade and up).
The story was written well, the language clean and the violence and gore (fights between the bird like kids and the wolf like kids) were kept to a minimum. I actually enjoyed the book and I am anxious to see what my daughter thinks of the story as well.
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