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Tracker220
When everyone has a brain-interfacing tracking chip, one glitch threatens the entire network. Kaya Weiss is that glitch.
Through thoughts and blinks, Kaya can access anyone or anything on the tracker network. But the authorities monitor everything—where Kaya goes, who she talks to, and what she searches. And without the ability to turn it off, Kaya and her family can’t observe a tech-free Shabbat. To fix the glitch, the authorities slice into her skull to reset her tracker, leaving Kaya to question more than the system’s invasion into her faith.
Kaya won’t be a lab rat again.
Evading the authorities requires some serious tech skills the rogue underground Ghosts can offer. But Kaya’s not sure she can trust them—even if their top tech wiz, Bailen, has interest in her running deeper than her bum tracker. Kaya must decide if gaining freedom is worth losing her tracker’s infinite knowledge—because to take down the tracker network, she must betray the only tech she’s ever known.
Through thoughts and blinks, Kaya can access anyone or anything on the tracker network. But the authorities monitor everything—where Kaya goes, who she talks to, and what she searches. And without the ability to turn it off, Kaya and her family can’t observe a tech-free Shabbat. To fix the glitch, the authorities slice into her skull to reset her tracker, leaving Kaya to question more than the system’s invasion into her faith.
Kaya won’t be a lab rat again.
Evading the authorities requires some serious tech skills the rogue underground Ghosts can offer. But Kaya’s not sure she can trust them—even if their top tech wiz, Bailen, has interest in her running deeper than her bum tracker. Kaya must decide if gaining freedom is worth losing her tracker’s infinite knowledge—because to take down the tracker network, she must betray the only tech she’s ever known.
343 pages, Unknown Binding
First published October 10, 2020
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Jamie Krakover
7 books159 followersGrowing up with a fascination for space and things that fly, Jamie turned that love into a career as an Aerospace Engineer. Combining her natural enthusiasm for Science Fiction and her love of reading, she now spends a lot of her time writing Middle Grade and Young Adult Science Fiction and Fantasy.
Jamie lives in St. Louis, Missouri with her husband, Andrew, their son, and their dog Rogue. When she isn't being a Rocket Scientist by day and a writer by night, she can be found catching up on the latest sci fi TV, books, and movies as well as spending time on social media (maybe a little too much time :-P). And no, the rocket science jokes never get old!
Jamie lives in St. Louis, Missouri with her husband, Andrew, their son, and their dog Rogue. When she isn't being a Rocket Scientist by day and a writer by night, she can be found catching up on the latest sci fi TV, books, and movies as well as spending time on social media (maybe a little too much time :-P). And no, the rocket science jokes never get old!
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October 15, 2021
4.5 stars
Tracker220 is a fast-paced, YA sci-fi read that confronts the reader with dangerous what-if scenarios involving the blind acceptance of cool, modern technology. Before the dawn of Myspace (if you can even remember such a time... or, depending on your age, such a platform), social media—being as connected as we are now, with all this information at our fingertips—was unthinkable. Tracker220 takes this idea one step further, basically turning the concept of social media and instant answers into a brain chip that grants users (nearly) infinite knowledge, but at a terrible cost.
I like how the book mirrored very relevant attempts to balance and bring together faith and science and to what extent technology helps (or hinders) human creativity. I do think it sacrifices a bit of character development, which could have been much deeper—the "bad" kid is a jerk for no reason, the "boyfriend" is generic, and the "best friend" makes poor decisions—but all in all, the book was a quick and fun YA sci-fi read. I think it would appeal to the 14-18 crowd.
Thank you to the author for a free copy as part of a book tour. Check out my Insta @k.e.rosero for more book spotlights, reviews, and recommendations.
Tracker220 is a fast-paced, YA sci-fi read that confronts the reader with dangerous what-if scenarios involving the blind acceptance of cool, modern technology. Before the dawn of Myspace (if you can even remember such a time... or, depending on your age, such a platform), social media—being as connected as we are now, with all this information at our fingertips—was unthinkable. Tracker220 takes this idea one step further, basically turning the concept of social media and instant answers into a brain chip that grants users (nearly) infinite knowledge, but at a terrible cost.
I like how the book mirrored very relevant attempts to balance and bring together faith and science and to what extent technology helps (or hinders) human creativity. I do think it sacrifices a bit of character development, which could have been much deeper—the "bad" kid is a jerk for no reason, the "boyfriend" is generic, and the "best friend" makes poor decisions—but all in all, the book was a quick and fun YA sci-fi read. I think it would appeal to the 14-18 crowd.
Thank you to the author for a free copy as part of a book tour. Check out my Insta @k.e.rosero for more book spotlights, reviews, and recommendations.
November 23, 2020
This book was a great debut novel by Jamie Krakover. I enjoyed reading about Kaya as she had to grapple with the changes in her life and rise to the occasion on the new world she was thrust into. The tension between Judaism and the tracker technology was very well written. As someone who only first had Jewish friends in college, I enjoyed learning more about Jewish traditions and seeing them in this world.
November 28, 2020
I am very stingy with my 5 star ratings, so 4 stars is a really good book, one that I will recommend/read again.
In Jamie Krakover's debut novel we head to a not so distant future where technology has not only gotten smaller and faster...it is not quite literally, part of your brain. And as so many of us feel now...you can't ever turn it off, not completely.
When Kaya's tracker malfunctions, she learns that maybe the "rebels" or Ghosts, are not the enemy, and that she may have deeper ties to this group than she ever imagined.
A very enjoyable, engaging read that gives you pause and makes you think about your own technology dependency. While there is romance, and a light love triangle, it is def PG and thus suitable for those just dipping their toes into the YA world, and the romance is not the main storyline. Add in a strong female character who is does not need others to rescue her, and it is a wonderful book for those girls who want to move out of Middle Grade and into YA.
Can't wait to see what Ms. Krakover brings us next!
In Jamie Krakover's debut novel we head to a not so distant future where technology has not only gotten smaller and faster...it is not quite literally, part of your brain. And as so many of us feel now...you can't ever turn it off, not completely.
When Kaya's tracker malfunctions, she learns that maybe the "rebels" or Ghosts, are not the enemy, and that she may have deeper ties to this group than she ever imagined.
A very enjoyable, engaging read that gives you pause and makes you think about your own technology dependency. While there is romance, and a light love triangle, it is def PG and thus suitable for those just dipping their toes into the YA world, and the romance is not the main storyline. Add in a strong female character who is does not need others to rescue her, and it is a wonderful book for those girls who want to move out of Middle Grade and into YA.
Can't wait to see what Ms. Krakover brings us next!
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December 6, 2021This review originally appeared on my blog
Writers of Young Adult sci fi are some of the most resilient people I know. Over and over we are told by traditional publishing that our genre is dead. Over and over we point to the fact that you can't call a thing dead when 1) you refuse to purchase or market it 2) marginalized writers haven't been given a chance to publish it. Instead of believing in the self fulfilling doom and gloom prophecy (ironic, since dystopia is well within our wheelhouse) we soldier on writing books and exploring themes that can only be fully realized through the lens of sci if.
Jamie Krakover's Tracker220 is an example of such a book. Set in a future in which neural implants allow unlimited, immediate, access to the internet and tech, while also allowing the government unlimited access to our brain functions, this story asks so many important questions. How much intrusion into our personal data are we willing to sacrifice for faster tech? Why should unfettered access to our data be the stipulation required for web based services? How much should we allow tech to encroach on our personal space? And most dear to my heart - how do we reconcile all of this electronic plethora with observance of Shabbat, a time when Jews are meant to unplug and focus on the people around them and our connection to God?
These questions are already being raised by current modes of social media and personal computing but by speeding up the timeline and placing the computers into our very brains, Krakover allows the reader to contemplate what the end game is for all of the devices we regularly use and take for granted. The protagonist, Kaya, is not an orthodox Jew. She's never had a tech free Shabbat, although her father extolls their virtue as he recalls the days before Tracker220 technology was forced on the population. In fact, she views the secret society attempting to take down Tracker tech as terrorists. Until her very own tracker begins to malfunction, showing her just how limited the promise of "unlimited freedom" the authorities purport her Tracker affords her, truly is.
The story is full of suspense and cool motorbike chases, along with a dash of romance and familial bonds, but at its core this is a story about modern technology, personal choice and how far is too far when it comes to tech. It is a question universally faced across all age groups, but especially by teens who are faced by a barrage of social media choices and pressured to use them to stay in touch with their peers. I am glad this story is there for them, that much like Kaya the author did not allow traditional authority to dictate her choices, because it is much needed.
Note - I received a copy of this book from the author, no strings attached, MONTHS before I even conceived of the idea of BookishlyJewish, because she knows how much I like sci fi and she is a generous person.
Writers of Young Adult sci fi are some of the most resilient people I know. Over and over we are told by traditional publishing that our genre is dead. Over and over we point to the fact that you can't call a thing dead when 1) you refuse to purchase or market it 2) marginalized writers haven't been given a chance to publish it. Instead of believing in the self fulfilling doom and gloom prophecy (ironic, since dystopia is well within our wheelhouse) we soldier on writing books and exploring themes that can only be fully realized through the lens of sci if.
Jamie Krakover's Tracker220 is an example of such a book. Set in a future in which neural implants allow unlimited, immediate, access to the internet and tech, while also allowing the government unlimited access to our brain functions, this story asks so many important questions. How much intrusion into our personal data are we willing to sacrifice for faster tech? Why should unfettered access to our data be the stipulation required for web based services? How much should we allow tech to encroach on our personal space? And most dear to my heart - how do we reconcile all of this electronic plethora with observance of Shabbat, a time when Jews are meant to unplug and focus on the people around them and our connection to God?
These questions are already being raised by current modes of social media and personal computing but by speeding up the timeline and placing the computers into our very brains, Krakover allows the reader to contemplate what the end game is for all of the devices we regularly use and take for granted. The protagonist, Kaya, is not an orthodox Jew. She's never had a tech free Shabbat, although her father extolls their virtue as he recalls the days before Tracker220 technology was forced on the population. In fact, she views the secret society attempting to take down Tracker tech as terrorists. Until her very own tracker begins to malfunction, showing her just how limited the promise of "unlimited freedom" the authorities purport her Tracker affords her, truly is.
The story is full of suspense and cool motorbike chases, along with a dash of romance and familial bonds, but at its core this is a story about modern technology, personal choice and how far is too far when it comes to tech. It is a question universally faced across all age groups, but especially by teens who are faced by a barrage of social media choices and pressured to use them to stay in touch with their peers. I am glad this story is there for them, that much like Kaya the author did not allow traditional authority to dictate her choices, because it is much needed.
Note - I received a copy of this book from the author, no strings attached, MONTHS before I even conceived of the idea of BookishlyJewish, because she knows how much I like sci fi and she is a generous person.
January 20, 2021
In a futuristic world ruled by the authorities, tracker chips are a mandatory connection all humans share. Implanted at birth, these mini computers interface directly with a human brain, creating a digital display superimposed on daily life. However, for people like Kaya who practice Judaism, being constantly connected to technology is not ideal. Instead of being able to unplug and respect the weekly Shabbat, she must stay connected to the Network all the time.
A fringe operative group referred to as the Ghosts are working diligently to disrupt the nefarious plans of the authorities and free humans from the omnipresent tracker technology. Though at first a regular, teenage girl, Kaya finds herself thrust into an underground world with new friends and responsibilities the day her tracker mysteriously malfunctions. Once the veil is lifted, Kaya must learn to recognize the world as it truly is along with her place in it. Only then can she and her new friends stand a chance at protecting the world from the authorities’ efforts.
Written in the first person, Kaya’s story is the central feature of Tracker220. As a teenager, Kaya is balancing many interests and emotions, including a steady boyfriend, classes at school, and a brother who has stopped communicating with her unexpectedly. An additional component of this story is her Jewish faith, especially juxtaposed against a society that revolves around implanted technology. A #ownvoices debut novel, Tracker220 tells a side to the dystopian story that most books do not.
Disappointingly, much of the interrelational character development is minimized in favor of focusing on the plot. It is not until the end of the story that several loose ends are tied up, causing the reader to occasionally question the importance or depth of certain interactions. Despite that, the story flows smoothly and the reveals later in the book are compelling. Moderate romantic scenes appear throughout the story as does a handful of harsh words. Confident young adult readers with an interest in dystopian or sci-fi stories will enjoy this book.
I received a copy of this book from the author and chose to leave this review.
A fringe operative group referred to as the Ghosts are working diligently to disrupt the nefarious plans of the authorities and free humans from the omnipresent tracker technology. Though at first a regular, teenage girl, Kaya finds herself thrust into an underground world with new friends and responsibilities the day her tracker mysteriously malfunctions. Once the veil is lifted, Kaya must learn to recognize the world as it truly is along with her place in it. Only then can she and her new friends stand a chance at protecting the world from the authorities’ efforts.
Written in the first person, Kaya’s story is the central feature of Tracker220. As a teenager, Kaya is balancing many interests and emotions, including a steady boyfriend, classes at school, and a brother who has stopped communicating with her unexpectedly. An additional component of this story is her Jewish faith, especially juxtaposed against a society that revolves around implanted technology. A #ownvoices debut novel, Tracker220 tells a side to the dystopian story that most books do not.
Disappointingly, much of the interrelational character development is minimized in favor of focusing on the plot. It is not until the end of the story that several loose ends are tied up, causing the reader to occasionally question the importance or depth of certain interactions. Despite that, the story flows smoothly and the reveals later in the book are compelling. Moderate romantic scenes appear throughout the story as does a handful of harsh words. Confident young adult readers with an interest in dystopian or sci-fi stories will enjoy this book.
I received a copy of this book from the author and chose to leave this review.
November 6, 2023
The strengths of this book are the premise and the plot: it’s a page turner with lots of surprising twists and turns. I'm not usually a teen fiction fan, but I did finish the book!
Set in a futuristic St. Louis, everyone is implanted with “tracking chips” at birth. The chips help authorities keep citizens “safe” and provide medical information. They also function as Google on steroids: you can access almost anything on the “network” with the blink of an eye.
Things go wrong for the protagonist, teenage Kara, when her chip goes off line. Authorities storm her house and use an invasive, painful procedure to reboot Kara’s chip. This sets off a cascade of exciting adventures: including learning to ride a flying motorcycle.
Kara’s Jewish faith is woven throughout the narrative, giving the story added depth.
I struggled with the main character’s dramatic emotions and mood swings. This might resonate with younger readers, but I skimmed the passages of her guilt-ridden angst and dithering self-doubt. They became repetitive for me.
The love triangle is a standard of teen literature, and the author does a good job setting up Kara’s internal conflict over two very different teen boys--and giving the reader reason to cheer for her final choice.
The most enjoyable aspect of the story were the many plot pivots. We learn there’s a traitor amongst the rebel Ghosts but are left to guess the traitor’s identity. I was completely surprised by the reveal at the end, though in hindsight it was well supported by the storyline. A surprising yet perfect ending.
Set in a futuristic St. Louis, everyone is implanted with “tracking chips” at birth. The chips help authorities keep citizens “safe” and provide medical information. They also function as Google on steroids: you can access almost anything on the “network” with the blink of an eye.
Things go wrong for the protagonist, teenage Kara, when her chip goes off line. Authorities storm her house and use an invasive, painful procedure to reboot Kara’s chip. This sets off a cascade of exciting adventures: including learning to ride a flying motorcycle.
Kara’s Jewish faith is woven throughout the narrative, giving the story added depth.
I struggled with the main character’s dramatic emotions and mood swings. This might resonate with younger readers, but I skimmed the passages of her guilt-ridden angst and dithering self-doubt. They became repetitive for me.
The love triangle is a standard of teen literature, and the author does a good job setting up Kara’s internal conflict over two very different teen boys--and giving the reader reason to cheer for her final choice.
The most enjoyable aspect of the story were the many plot pivots. We learn there’s a traitor amongst the rebel Ghosts but are left to guess the traitor’s identity. I was completely surprised by the reveal at the end, though in hindsight it was well supported by the storyline. A surprising yet perfect ending.
March 13, 2021
I won a copy of this book in a Twitter giveaway by the author. I was drawn to it primarily because of its intriguing premise – tracking chips allow authorities to monitor everyone’s activity in the virtual world – and the real one – all the time. A flaw in one teenage girl’s chip makes her a target for the authorities and for a group of hackers who want to bring the entire tracking system down.
While the tracking aspects of the technology are inarguably dystopian, some of the other aspects (messaging, internet connectivity, etc. are all available to access with the blink of an eye) are really cool. While I wouldn’t say it contained non-stop action, the plot was certainly fast-paced and kept my attention from beginning to end.
I gave Tracker220 five stars on Goodreads. I recommend it to readers of any age who like Young Adult novels.
While the tracking aspects of the technology are inarguably dystopian, some of the other aspects (messaging, internet connectivity, etc. are all available to access with the blink of an eye) are really cool. While I wouldn’t say it contained non-stop action, the plot was certainly fast-paced and kept my attention from beginning to end.
I gave Tracker220 five stars on Goodreads. I recommend it to readers of any age who like Young Adult novels.
January 9, 2024
Covering questions that are already being asked today - with our social media and relianace on technology and computing - this book takes it a step further by putting the computer directly into the characters' brains and having them wired together. How does a Jewish girl, who is supposed to unplug for Shabbat, reconcile that ever-present technology? The story features many 'normal' aspects of teenage life, including a romance, high school classes, and family drama, but injects both cultural and technological struggles into this dynamic. Teens who like dystopian literature will enjoy this one.
I received a copy of this book for MCBD24, but was not required to leave a review. See the other MCBD books we enjoyed here - https://homeschoolontherange.blogspot...
I received a copy of this book for MCBD24, but was not required to leave a review. See the other MCBD books we enjoyed here - https://homeschoolontherange.blogspot...
October 24, 2020
I liked the pacing of this YA sci-fi; the write amount of action and dialouge. The main character growth and arc is well written; I enjoyed the main character exploring her faith, freedom, family and downtime and how that interplays with the tech in the book. One quibble is i kind of want to know more about the villain and if the main character will avenge her brother/what the villain did to her brother, but maybe that is going to be in a potential sequel? I also liked the science meets art aspects of this book, and I think young adults and adults interested in art and/or science will enjoy this book. Also the love story adds a some good swoon worthy parts. Overall a well paced YA sci-fi book that has something for everyone!
September 16, 2021
Like Spy-Kids but set in a futuristic world where everyone is hooked into tracker 220, with unlimited access to knowledge and insane tech capabilities. Although the government has eyes on everyone all the time and you can't log out or you'll be tracked down and tested on.
One day Kaya's tracker malfunctions and she's pulled into the world of The Ghosts.
Thrilling and fast-paced, this was an enthralling read that kept my eyes glued to every page. I found some of the plot points didn't make sense to me or were too predictable, but other than that it was a highly enjoyable read! For lovers of scifi and ya! 💖
One day Kaya's tracker malfunctions and she's pulled into the world of The Ghosts.
Thrilling and fast-paced, this was an enthralling read that kept my eyes glued to every page. I found some of the plot points didn't make sense to me or were too predictable, but other than that it was a highly enjoyable read! For lovers of scifi and ya! 💖
September 25, 2021
This story had me so engaged, from the beginning to the end! The main character, Kaya is such an important part of this whole story which adds to the intensity throughout the book. She is fleeing from authorities with the help of this rouge underground group called Ghosts!
There are secrets that are revealed, friendships and love relationships that are broken and developed, there’s a heart breaking moment In this story that had me in tears. This group will do anything to free the people and give them back their privacy.
Such a good book, with lots of action that made it a quick read!
November 20, 2021
I received a copy of this book in exchange for a fair and honest review. This was a great read! The author did a wonderful job of taking the age old story of the government trying to control the population and making it new and original. Kaya was a heroine who never wanted to be one. She took the predicament that was pushed upon her and she adapted and owned it, and overcame. I look forward to the next great read from Jamie Krakover!
June 20, 2020
Kaya's Tracker gives her constant access to all the knowledge in the world, but she comes to realize the price may be much to high. An action-packed dystopia, that deals with questions of freedom, family, and faith. Loved how the author interweaves her own Jewish heritage/faith in a way that impacts the characters motivations and journeys.
October 29, 2020
Good SyFy Story
This was by what appears to be a new author. It is geared towards the 15-20 year olds. It is about a near future where everyone is basically chipped and tracked. The chip also allows the chipee access to the global data stream which is the plus to the tracking minus. Nothing new but I liked the book. The writing was good and paced well.
This was by what appears to be a new author. It is geared towards the 15-20 year olds. It is about a near future where everyone is basically chipped and tracked. The chip also allows the chipee access to the global data stream which is the plus to the tracking minus. Nothing new but I liked the book. The writing was good and paced well.
February 17, 2021
While on the surface Tracker 220 is a. exciting adventure in an all too believable and frightening future, the way it takes on the challenges of balancing family and individuality, faith and technology, and even art and science take it so much deeper.
December 16, 2021
Thrilled to have met Jamie at the St. Louis Jewish Book Festival, where I was able to purchase this book and get it signed.
I haven't read anything like this sci-fi novel. I was completely drawn into the story and commend Jamie for the imaginative Tracker22o system. MORE SOON! FRTC.
I haven't read anything like this sci-fi novel. I was completely drawn into the story and commend Jamie for the imaginative Tracker22o system. MORE SOON! FRTC.
December 28, 2021
Definitely an enjoyable concept for “going ghost,” and provides some realistic “what ifs” for teenagers in a technology-heavy sci-fi future. Nonetheless, it still took me a while to really get going on reading this novel, it just lagged at the beginning.
January 23, 2023
This is a solid read and I'm excited to chat about it with book club. It's a classic dystopia feel book with a love triangle, chosen-one girl, but adds in some Jewish representation which was nice. The heist ending scenes kept me reading and it was a enjoyable quick read.
November 21, 2021
Brilliantly done
Loved the dynamics and character plays
Not far from our future, with chips being next...
Highly recommend
Loved the dynamics and character plays
Not far from our future, with chips being next...
Highly recommend
October 3, 2023
1.5 stars. It's very rare that I give a book 1 star, but unfortunately, I can't justify rounding up to 2. I really liked the premise of this one, but was very disappointed by the execution.
November 6, 2023
A young adult book with a bit too much teen romance for my taste, but the characters did capture my interest.
February 21, 2021
Your heart will be pounding and your adrenaline will be put in overdrive as you read this story.
“Ninety-five percent... Ninety-six.”
“Ten seconds.”
“Shut it down!” …
“There's no time. It won't complete, and we can't risk them finding us.”
You will wonder if society will come close to having a device planted in your head at birth. Your able to communicate with the blink of an eye...literally. To think this is possible is an alarming thought indeed. The future in technology will hold many advantages but having tracker chips; connecting every human being seems so eerily surreal.
Kaya is your typical teenager, but her tracking device has a glitch and things are getting out of control. Unable to properly observe Shabbat, because of the implanted device, Kaya takes matters into her own hands. But, the instant knowledge from the tracker has Kaya wondering if she should continue on her trek for freedom.
This was definitely a different genre than I usually read. It leans more toward a YA book but glad to have read the story, as it gives insight into the “what-if” possibilities of the future. Plus, this story takes place in my hometown which was fun. The author, Jamie Krakover has written a good, thought-provoking story. If you're a Sci-Fi fan or love technology, dive into this book for your next adventure into the future.
~This book was given to me through a giveaway by the author in exchange for a fair and honest review.~
“Ninety-five percent... Ninety-six.”
“Ten seconds.”
“Shut it down!” …
“There's no time. It won't complete, and we can't risk them finding us.”
You will wonder if society will come close to having a device planted in your head at birth. Your able to communicate with the blink of an eye...literally. To think this is possible is an alarming thought indeed. The future in technology will hold many advantages but having tracker chips; connecting every human being seems so eerily surreal.
Kaya is your typical teenager, but her tracking device has a glitch and things are getting out of control. Unable to properly observe Shabbat, because of the implanted device, Kaya takes matters into her own hands. But, the instant knowledge from the tracker has Kaya wondering if she should continue on her trek for freedom.
This was definitely a different genre than I usually read. It leans more toward a YA book but glad to have read the story, as it gives insight into the “what-if” possibilities of the future. Plus, this story takes place in my hometown which was fun. The author, Jamie Krakover has written a good, thought-provoking story. If you're a Sci-Fi fan or love technology, dive into this book for your next adventure into the future.
~This book was given to me through a giveaway by the author in exchange for a fair and honest review.~
January 14, 2024
"Tracker220" by Jamie Krakover is an action packed thriller story based on futuristic technology. Readers follow the adventures of the protagonist, Kaya Weiss, as she navigates being a "Tracker" in a society where privacy is a rare commodity. Krakover skillfully provides vivid description and details, twists, and unexpected events throughout the book.
The futuristic interesting concept leaves you feeling conflicted on how technology can be both useful yet dangerous, leaving some people feeling more isolated and detached in this high-tech world.
Thank you to Jamie Krakover who provided a free print copy of this #gifted book as part of promotion for Read Your World Day and in exchange for an honest review. I am excited to share it with my students!
Read Your World’s mission is to raise awareness of the need to include kids’ books celebrating diversity in homes and school bookshelves.
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The futuristic interesting concept leaves you feeling conflicted on how technology can be both useful yet dangerous, leaving some people feeling more isolated and detached in this high-tech world.
Thank you to Jamie Krakover who provided a free print copy of this #gifted book as part of promotion for Read Your World Day and in exchange for an honest review. I am excited to share it with my students!
Read Your World’s mission is to raise awareness of the need to include kids’ books celebrating diversity in homes and school bookshelves.
#ReadYourWorld
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May 27, 2022
The concept of this book was so cool! The population all have a tracker implanted into their brains, that functions as a phone, a search engine, a tracker and pretty much every other piece of technology we know! ✨Although similar concepts have been explored in other books, the plot was engaging and fun, making it feel unique enough! There was an emphasis on the dangerous reality of such technology and the mind control implications, which actually made me cautious of my dependence on technology!!(she says as she posts yet another social media post 😂)
The characters were really likeable and they developed nicely. I particularly liked Kaya as she felt very relatable and real 💜 she showed real growth throughout the book and really cared about people around her!
We follow the Ghosts throughout the book, an anti-tracker organisation, and I loved being back in a novel with underground organisations fighting against the government! It was exciting and action packed!
The characters were really likeable and they developed nicely. I particularly liked Kaya as she felt very relatable and real 💜 she showed real growth throughout the book and really cared about people around her!
We follow the Ghosts throughout the book, an anti-tracker organisation, and I loved being back in a novel with underground organisations fighting against the government! It was exciting and action packed!
August 15, 2022
In Tracker220, people wear tracking chips allowing the authorities to monitor virtual world activities. When Kaya's chip mysteriously malfunctions, she is thrust into an underground world with the Ghosts, a group rebelling against the imposed technology. Krakover's near-future sci fi dystopian story is a fast-paced read that challenges Kaya to reconcile her religious beliefs with her society's dependence on technology.
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