“The Narnia for the Social Media Generation.”
—The Wall Street Journal

“By the time of Farley’s Game World, gaming had gone digital, and while his book is more fantasy-adventure than puzzle-mystery, there are parallels worthy of discussion, from the nature of the games to the depictions of disabled.”
—Booklist, included in “Conversation Starters: Recontextualizing the Classics”

“Drawn from both video gaming culture and the rich tapestry of Jamaican myth and folklore, blending pointed social satire and mystical philosophy, this exuberant, original hero’s journey is a real trip . . . Exhilarating, thought-provoking and one of a kind.”
—Kirkus Reviews

“Adult author/Wall Street Journal editor Farley’s middle-grade debut draws from Jamaican mythology and beliefs, as well as from other cultures, to weave a fast-paced, whimsical mixture of magic and action . . . the setting lends itself well to memorable imagery and a fun experience.”
—Publishers Weekly

“Farley blends video gaming and Jamaican folklore in this intense, fast-paced middle-grade fantasy that is sure to quickly grab readers.”
—Booklist

“Here (finally!) is a middle-grade action novel that showcases West Indian mythology and features protagonists of color.”
—School Library Journal

“Game World is unique in that its fantasy world, as its name suggests, is built upon characters and stories from actual Jamaican folklore.”
—Philadelphia Review of Books

One of “This Spring’s Hottest Teen Books”
—Huffington Post (via Kirkus)

“It was amazing to read about a disabled character who regularly surprises and aids the protagonist with just his skill set and mind. I am so used to reading similar adventure stories with secondary disabled characters who only feature for a few chapters before dying or disappearing, so it was great to be introduced to Eli, who appears almost constantly throughout the book . . . In addition, [Game World is] a captivating read with a fast-paced and intriguing plot. You won’t want to put it down. I wholeheartedly recommend it.”
—Disability in KidLit

“I found it very hard to set down this excellent novel and do something else without thinking about it. . . . I highly recommend his book to fans of fantasy. Because you will love it!!”
—Middle Shelf (reviewed by Teak, age 13)

“Farley writes in a straightforward way that is both accessible to younger readers but still interesting to adults.”
—Persephone Magazine

“In his metaphorical world, Farley spares neither the dubious machinations of high finance nor the heartbreak of an orphan.”
—Center for Fiction

“I highly recommend Game World for kids in 4th – 12th grade. Parents can read it too and love the characters and story just as much as the kids.”
—The Family Coach

“Game World is more of a good old-fashioned fantasy adventure than I expected — and I loved it for that. You don’t have to be an expert gamer to enjoy this book.
—Kidsmomo

“A mixture of fantasy, reality, Jamaican folklore, and history. A great read for all, we love it! My kids and I can relate to the themes and characters in this wonderful adventure. Finally! Thank you, C.J. Farley!”
—Ziggy Marley

“Fast-paced, fun, and exciting, Game World kept me—and more importantly my twelve-year-old son—turning the pages. It’s a unique, refreshing breath of Caribbean-accented fantastical storytelling.”
—David Anthony Durham, author of the Acacia Trilogy

“If William Gibson wrote The Hunger Games, it might feel something like this. Cyberpunk for a new generation of readers!”
—Kazu Kibuishi, author of the best-selling Amulet series and Harry Potter cover artist

“There are real children here, who blunder, quarrel, pop blisters, get pissed, suffer bullying, and fart—things almost guaranteed to freak out parents, teachers, librarians, and children’s book reviewers. There are mysteries and challenges galore. In sum, there’s some adult-level mind stretching here.”
—Piers Anthony, author of the Xanth series

“Want a thrill? Ride a longboard down a water slide or plunge into Game World. The rush will be the same.”
—Colin Channer, author of The Girl with the Golden Shoes