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Chancer's Game
Nine players enter, but only eight leave alive. Welcome to Chancer’s the world’s most expensive and elaborate game show. Over 42 days, contestants face puzzles, escape rooms, and games that test not only their fortitude, but their sanity.
Their only connection to the outside world is Chancer, the show’s maniacal treasure chest mascot who facilitates weekly challenges that eliminate players. Teamwork is the only way through, but that won’t stop players from sabotaging each other for a greater share of the ever-growing jackpot.
As the child of narcissistic family vloggers, Ren has spent more time than she’d like in the public eye which, for better or worse, has taught her how to play to the cameras. This, coupled with her love of games, should set her up for success, but a rivalry with the top player stacks the odds against her. She’s not just competing against Chancer and the other players, she must fight to stay in the good graces of the audience.
A dark secret looms over Ren, but she must compete or the person she cares the most about will die and she’ll be left alone in this world. The games will break her unless she breaks them first. Only one question Are you ready to play?
Should I read Chancer's Game?
If you’re a fan of puzzles, escape rooms, gameshows, and the death game genre (without so much death and gore) Chancer’s Game may be the book for you. If you enjoyed Squid Game and / or Hunger Games, but wanted something less violent with more of an emphasis on strategy and problem-solving, this is a story for you.
Chancer’s Game mainly focuses on young adults, however it’s not young adult fiction and not meant for young readers. You’ll like this story if you enjoy point-and-click adventure games, if you’re fascinated by the dark side of young influencers in the entertainment industry, or if you just like a good puzzle.
Their only connection to the outside world is Chancer, the show’s maniacal treasure chest mascot who facilitates weekly challenges that eliminate players. Teamwork is the only way through, but that won’t stop players from sabotaging each other for a greater share of the ever-growing jackpot.
As the child of narcissistic family vloggers, Ren has spent more time than she’d like in the public eye which, for better or worse, has taught her how to play to the cameras. This, coupled with her love of games, should set her up for success, but a rivalry with the top player stacks the odds against her. She’s not just competing against Chancer and the other players, she must fight to stay in the good graces of the audience.
A dark secret looms over Ren, but she must compete or the person she cares the most about will die and she’ll be left alone in this world. The games will break her unless she breaks them first. Only one question Are you ready to play?
Should I read Chancer's Game?
If you’re a fan of puzzles, escape rooms, gameshows, and the death game genre (without so much death and gore) Chancer’s Game may be the book for you. If you enjoyed Squid Game and / or Hunger Games, but wanted something less violent with more of an emphasis on strategy and problem-solving, this is a story for you.
Chancer’s Game mainly focuses on young adults, however it’s not young adult fiction and not meant for young readers. You’ll like this story if you enjoy point-and-click adventure games, if you’re fascinated by the dark side of young influencers in the entertainment industry, or if you just like a good puzzle.
425 pages, Hardcover
Published February 28, 2026
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March 31, 2026
A must read for anyone who has ever tried to beat an escape room record just for fun! The puzzles are wrapped in a beautiful character driven story that shines a light on the dark side of reality TV and child influencers.
The book is on the longer side, but it's ultimately a quick read. I would definitely recommend it!
The book is on the longer side, but it's ultimately a quick read. I would definitely recommend it!
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