Books like The Rig by Joe Ducie
Will Drake, a 15‑year‑old with a track record of breaking out of high‑security facilities, has been transferred to the Rig. This remote maximum‑security juvenile prison sits deep in the Arctic Ocean, making escape a formidable task. Will views the harsh, isolated environment as the ultimate test of his skills.
Set against the stark, ice‑bound backdrop of the Arctic, the story follows a young convict as he confronts new obstacles and pushes the limits of his escape expertise within a high‑stakes, youth‑focused prison setting.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Joe Ducie
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