Bringing Down the Mouse

By Ben Mezrich

Part of the Charlie Numbers series

A math whiz joins a risky scheme to win big at a theme park. What will he risk for the ultimate prize?

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352 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Charlie Lewis, a math prodigy, is drawn into a thrilling scheme by a group of kids aiming to outsmart a massive theme park and claim the grand prize. As the stakes rise, Charlie must decide how far he's willing to go for victory. Will his skills lead to triumph or trouble? Dive into a world where numbers and risk collide, and discover if Charlie can balance the thrill of the game with the cost of winning.

From the publisher

Charlie Lewis goes on a roller coaster ride of risk, math, and gaming in this middle grade novel that parallels the New York Times bestselling Bringing Down the House, which inspired the movie 21 with Kevin Spacey. Charlie Lewis is a nerd. All he’s ever been good at is math—and he’s really good at math. So good that he’s recruited by a group of kids determined to game the system at the biggest theme park in the world—and win the grand prize. Soon Charlie is caught up in the excitement and thrill of using his math skills for awesomeness…but what’s at stake may be more than he’s willing to risk. How far will Charlie go for a chance at the ultimate reward?

At a glance

Format: Paperback
Pages: 352
Reading age: 8–12
Audience: Middle Grade
Lexile: 1100L

Themes & topics

Books about mischief Books about games Books about math Books about friendship Books about technology

For the grown-ups

The parent guide

What families may want to know

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Language

At least one use of "h#ll" and some uses of "god"

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