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Torn Pages
Ever escaped into a book? David Flint is escaping into several...He and his friends have always lived a sleepy existence in their small English town of Greenwood. Now they're being rudely awakened. When a school trip into the woods ends with the trees coming to life and attacking people, David and the others take shelter with their strange classmate Alice. Her mother Molly's house has a dark and mysterious attic that maybe, just maybe, leads to other worlds...
307 pages, Paperback
Published April 23, 2019
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March 19, 2026
Biking through different book genres
Being chased by literal killer trees while stressing about exams is such a mood. I totally felt for David because his panic was so relatable right from the start. The whole vibe was just super fast-paced and chaotic in the best way possible. Once the woods actually came alive and Alice pulled out that blue fire, my anxiety spiked and I honestly couldn't stop turning the pages.
My absolute favorite part was the magic bicycles and how they jumped into the different literature worlds. Going from a creepy gothic horror setting straight into a classic countryside murder mystery was so much fun. It felt like I was riding along with them trying to escape. Every time they jumped, it was like starting a completely new story, but with the same nervous group of friends just trying to survive nature turning against them.
I'm giving it four stars just because things got a little too weird for my brain near the end. The jump into the surreal version of Dublin and that ultra-violent tennis tournament totally threw me off, and it felt a lot more confusing to follow than the earlier worlds. Even with that trippy shift, it was a super fun escape. If you ever wanted to literally hide inside your favorite stories to get away from the real world, you should totally check it out.
Being chased by literal killer trees while stressing about exams is such a mood. I totally felt for David because his panic was so relatable right from the start. The whole vibe was just super fast-paced and chaotic in the best way possible. Once the woods actually came alive and Alice pulled out that blue fire, my anxiety spiked and I honestly couldn't stop turning the pages.
My absolute favorite part was the magic bicycles and how they jumped into the different literature worlds. Going from a creepy gothic horror setting straight into a classic countryside murder mystery was so much fun. It felt like I was riding along with them trying to escape. Every time they jumped, it was like starting a completely new story, but with the same nervous group of friends just trying to survive nature turning against them.
I'm giving it four stars just because things got a little too weird for my brain near the end. The jump into the surreal version of Dublin and that ultra-violent tennis tournament totally threw me off, and it felt a lot more confusing to follow than the earlier worlds. Even with that trippy shift, it was a super fun escape. If you ever wanted to literally hide inside your favorite stories to get away from the real world, you should totally check it out.
November 9, 2021
Torn Pages was such a fun and compelling read! It felt like I was jumping into a whole new fantasy world – one that would exhilarate and scare any reader out there! Ralph Burton’s writing style made it easy to become invested in the story – and the characters. There was instantly this sense of something more going on, even when the world appeared to be exactly what one would expect. Right up until suddenly everything was turned on its head, of course.
Personally, I liked how different Torn Pages read from many other books I’ve read, even those of a similar genre. It’s always refreshing to get something different, it feels like a breath of fresh air, you know? Part of me is actually a little bit sad that this is a standalone novel!
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Personally, I liked how different Torn Pages read from many other books I’ve read, even those of a similar genre. It’s always refreshing to get something different, it feels like a breath of fresh air, you know? Part of me is actually a little bit sad that this is a standalone novel!
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October 14, 2025
A Brilliant Adventure Through the Worlds of Books!
Torn Pages is an imaginative and thrilling read that pulled me in from the very first chapter. The concept of traveling through different literary worlds is both clever and beautifully written, blending fantasy, mystery, and adventure in a way that feels completely original. David and Alice are relatable and engaging characters, and the story’s mix of danger, wonder, and creativity kept me hooked until the end. If you love books about books and stories that come alive—literally—you’ll be captivated by this one. Highly recommend!
Torn Pages is an imaginative and thrilling read that pulled me in from the very first chapter. The concept of traveling through different literary worlds is both clever and beautifully written, blending fantasy, mystery, and adventure in a way that feels completely original. David and Alice are relatable and engaging characters, and the story’s mix of danger, wonder, and creativity kept me hooked until the end. If you love books about books and stories that come alive—literally—you’ll be captivated by this one. Highly recommend!
March 17, 2021
Great ending and yes i got goose bumps
I had previously read a book written by Ralph, and for some reason it just stayed with me. After a few months, when i was looking for something interesting to read, this book caught my attention, and i must it was a right decision, the book is worth every penny and every second you spend on it. Looking forward to reading more from ralph.
I had previously read a book written by Ralph, and for some reason it just stayed with me. After a few months, when i was looking for something interesting to read, this book caught my attention, and i must it was a right decision, the book is worth every penny and every second you spend on it. Looking forward to reading more from ralph.
January 23, 2026
Creative and fast-moving
The idea of traveling through different literary worlds is really fun, and the tension builds nicely. A unique, imaginative read that keeps you curious.
The idea of traveling through different literary worlds is really fun, and the tension builds nicely. A unique, imaginative read that keeps you curious.
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