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Reviews
WhatBookNext.com ~ Right from the eye catching cover to the the final Dinosaur Fact Pages, Outside the Cage is a compelling read. Just trying to imagine our modern world with dinosaurs in the mix is an imaginative thrill, and I could easily picture the shadow lines criss-crossing a caged town – the setting of this tween novel.
Bullying instantly captured my empathy for the key characters, and also the reason why. Misunderstanding and suspicion, as often is the way, has lead to an entire town ostrasizing a family for choosing to live differently.
A mystery quickly makes this suspicion worse, and as the worry and pressure builds on the family, the action and danger also builds within the story. Mixing technology with dinosaurs within normal daily life made an interesting read, and the conclusion is a satisfying one with the hint of more in a series.
About the Kiwi author
Carly Waddleton is a children’s author originally from Lincoln, United Kingdom, now living in Christchurch, New Zealand. With a background in writing and a passion for adventure stories, Carly creates books that spark the imagination and curiosity of young readers. Carly’s works are known for combining thrilling narratives with factual elements, helping children learn while being entertained. When she’s not writing, Carly enjoys exploring the outdoors with her family and dreaming up new stories to share with the world.
