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The Dinosaur Games (R.A.P.T.O.R. Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Christopher Gordon (Author) Format: Kindle Edition

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In a dystopian future where high school dropouts are forced to become gladiators at the school of R.A.P.T.O.R riding ferocious dinosaurs in combat, Jack Reaper is on the run.

But when Jack's younger brother and the girl he loves are sent to R.A.P.T.O.R he must find a way to save them.

Reading age

11 - 18 years
Print length

316 pages
Language

English
Publication date

April 1, 2011
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What is not to like with children gladiators riding into battle on dinosaurs to fight each other and instead rebel and fight the bad guys?(don't hit me I am a parent too).4 out of 5.--Ove Jansson, Cybermage.se

Interesting and rather unique story concept and plot which reminded me of animation series from the 1980s. There's lots of action and a fast moving pace, with terms and phrasing that young adults would identify with --Flying with Red Hair Crow

My 10 year old daughter is already deep into the story, LOVING it.
My 12 year old son installed Kindle software on his laptop so he could read it too!
Looks like a winner! (5 stars) --Everett Peacock, Goodreads Author of The Parrot Talks in Chocolate

For 2013 a new American English Edition replaces the British English Edition.

From the Author

EXTRA! Book 1 now includes a new breath stealing adrenalin fueled extended scene. But when you tell your friends, please remember to whisper it, we don't want the Tyrannosaurus Rex to wake, do we?

From the Back Cover

A near future dystopian society forces High School kids to become Gladiators fighting dinosaurs for freedom...

One week ago, they took Jack's neighbors.
Six days ago, they took his parents.
Five days ago, his brother.
Four days ago, the girl he loves.
Three days ago, he surrendered to them.
Two days ago, Jack rode his first T-Rex.
Yesterday, they made him a Gladiator.
Today, he will save the girl he loves, even if it means his own death.
Tomorrow, they will wish they never forced Jack Reaper to enter the Dinosaur Games.

Are they coming for you next?

About the Author

For new recruits like you, who have heard rumors about the thrills, action and horror of the Colosseum of Death, your induction into the Academy of R.A.P.T.O.R to join your first (and last, let's face it the mortality rate is high) dinosaur gladiator tribe then this information is vital to you.

If you think you have what it takes, if you're brave enough or just plain stupid enough to think you too can ride a ferocious dinosaur in The Dinosaur Games or even into battle then good luck and read on, you poor misguided fool.

For a word of warning to those of you who might prefer the safety and comfort of their XBox, PS4, warm bed and teddy bear then first read: How To Train Your Dinosaur.

However, if you are under no illusion of the impossibly dangerous mission you were clearly born to excel in, then for the rest of you fine brave recruits,the greatest elite fighting force the world will ever see we have one thing to say to you: Don't say we didn't warn you!

Christopher Gordon is the author of The Dinosaur Games series which means he is currently in a dinosaur stampede. He can be seen in a dust cloud near you, holding onto the saddle and reins of his T-Rex for dear life, screaming for mercy and usually falling off.

Rumors that Christopher was last seen being dragged by his butt behind his dinosaur ride as he records the exploits of the gladiators in real time for your entertainment, he totally denies as lies and malicious gossip. But we know better, don't we?

Christopher was last seen picking cactus needles out of his butt ( yes he fell out of his saddle again)as he races to bring you the next vital episode of the gladiators fighting for freedom.

If you think you're brave enough, if you have what it takes to be a Dinosaur Gladiator in one of the Dinosaur Tribes, then new recruit, here is the Publishing Schedule:

The Dinosaur Games Book 5 will be published on... December 30th 2013

Good luck new recruit. You will need it. See you on the other side of freedom.

Dismissed!

Product details

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B004UW2NVS
Publisher ‏ : ‎ (April 1, 2011)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 1, 2011
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 2536 KB
Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
Print length ‏ : ‎ 316 pages

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Christopher Gordon is the author of Fantasy thrillers for YA and adults with an emphasis on high adrenalin action and nerve jangling tension. Books that both kids and adults can enjoy.

When you read a Christopher Gordon novel you should expect:

Language: English. Simple/Direct/fun/witty. No bad swearing. No "F" bombs. No "C" words. Mild use of teasing expressions created from the context of the story world. For example in The Dinosaur Games: "Raptor Turd" , "Raptor breath" "Your butt is a hot cow chip".

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Everett Peacock

Awesome Action Adventure

Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2011

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Initially I gave both of these books, The Dinosaur Games, and its sequel, The Dinosaur Games - Revenge of the Gladiator to my 10 and 12 year old children.

On the Kindle they ran through them both pretty quick and that got my attention, so I had to see what all the action was about!

When I say action, I'm not talking about cowboys and indians, I'm talking about young adults, maybe older kids taking on tasks that would intimidate any adult. Like piloting flying dinosaurs in battles that would make most cowboys cringe.

The action is remarkably fast paced, and thus it kept my attention riveted to the pages, as well as it most likely did for my children. The pacing and plot move along hand in hand, sometimes pulling the other, but always tightly gripped.

I had a great time reading it and sat for a moment after finishing the second book, wondering, if things had worked out differently...how might I have handled piloting a Pterosaur?

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Pam

Good story

Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2012

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Dystopia seems to be the order of the day. Texas hasn't gone to the dogs, it's gone to the dinosaurs. It's a pretty "cute" story - bloody of course as they all seem to be, but entertaining. I'd say 7th grade and up. Some sixth graders would be okay with it, others would just look for the bloody deaths, which isn't the point of the story. I have the second one on my Kindle and I'll get there one of these days. It reads fast and keeps your attention.

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Ryu Hayabusa

okay

Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2013

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This book is dry at the beginning but then later on it gets a little better. If you like books that switch characters then i suggest this one.

Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2013

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The book sucked and it wasn't awesome
So try not not to read it cause it sucks its like the hunger gamea

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Nani

A very interesting read

Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2012

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This book is...interesting. It reads very uniquely like it was really a recorded snipit from childrens lives. The crude way of speaking of the youngsters really puts you in the scene, and feels as though your actually there hearing them.

Keeping that in mind, it is still a book, with thoughtful character development, and the situations, make you both feel and fear for the young characters.

It is definetly a very good book, and I am ver excited to continue reading the rest of the series.

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geckomom

Only deserves two stars....

Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2013

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This book only gets two stars because of two reasons: dinosaurs are awesome, and the plot is semi- interesting. The grammar is atrocious, and the story itself is a horrible blend of tacky transitional words and ridiculous names. (Egg? Seriously?) This is NOT a book I recommend.

Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2013

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I purchased Kindles for my 13 and 14 year old boy. I got them this book, and others, free for them to get acquainted with their Kindles and to check out some new series. The ordering process was simple,it worked well, and both boys enjoyed the books. Can recommend as a good option for young teenage boys.

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VADebi

an interesting read, altho not for a young reader!

Reviewed in the United States on September 14, 2013

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While i DO like this story and found the plot and characters well developed, i thought there was too much death and dying and mutilation for a beginning sci fi fan....