Fourth Dimension by Eric Walters

One of my favourite middle grade books is the Rule of Three.  This novel is the first in the series and a great read aloud.  I was eagerly anticipating a rumored book four in the series.  I have to admit I felt a twinge of disappointment not to pick up where we left off in Will to Survive but I quickly got over it and embraced another Eric Walters' hit middle grade book.

Fourth Dimension introduces a new character, 15 year old Emma, along with her mother, a former marine and her brother.  After her parents recent separation they have moved to what many will recognize as Toronto.  There they are struggling to adapt to city life when the power and all electronics quit one day.  The family had already been packed for an upcoming camping trip so they continue on their journey but pick a camping spot on Toronto Island (although not exactly called Toronto Island most from Ontario will recognize it as that) instead.  Days turn into weeks and weeks turn into months as Emma's mother does her best to take care of her family and those they meet.  Many battles occur and 15 year old Emma proves herself to be a very competitive match in a fight. 

Fourth Dimension will make another terrific read aloud to any middle grade class.  With the same intensity as Rule of Three Eric Walters' Fourth Dimension is an intense, action story with a strong, female character.  I hope the series continues.