Books like Finders keepers by Emily Rodda
While immersed in a computer game, Patrick finds himself transported to a parallel world. There he is invited to a game show where his task is to locate three lost items. Successfully finding them earns him several fabulous prizes and an unforgettable adventure.
First publish date: 1990
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Emily Rodda
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