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The Perfect Escape Paperback – April 7, 2020

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"Indeed the perfect escape from, well, pretty much everything."—SARAH HENNING, author of Throw Like a Girl and the Sea Witch duology

Love is a battlefield in this hysterical romantic comedy, perfect for fans of Jenny Han and teen romance books.

Nate Jae-Woo Kim wants to be rich. When one of his classmates offers Nate a ridiculous amount of money to commit grade fraud, he knows that taking the windfall would help support his prideful Korean family, but is compromising his integrity worth it?

Luck comes in the form of Kate Anderson, Nate's colleague at the zombie-themed escape room where he works. She approaches Nate with a plan: a local tech company is hosting a weekend-long survivalist competition with a huge cash prize. It could solve all of Nate's problems, and she needs the money too.

If the two of them team up, Nate has a real shot of winning the grand prize. But the real challenge? Making through the weekend with his heart intact…

A great pick for:

  • Readers of YA romance and romantic comedy books
  • Parents who need gifts for teens and reluctant readers
  • Fans of Sarah Dessen, Kasie West and Christina Lauren
  • People who love both the Hunger Games and rom-coms and didn't know they needed a crossover

Praise for The Perfect Escape:
A Junior Library Guild selection!
"Pure fun! A hilarious rom-com that head-fakes you into tumbling headlong into a techno-zombie survival thriller propelled by banter and plenty of heart."—David Yoon, New York Times bestselling author of Frankly in Love
"The Perfect Escape is just that—perfect. Filled with humor and heart, it won't let you go until you're smiling."—Danielle Paige, New York Times bestselling author of the Dorothy Must Die series and Stealing Snow
"An adorable, laugh-out-loud YA romcom with a lovable hero and an action-packed zombie-themed escape room—what more could you want?"—Jenn Bennett, author of Alex, Approximately

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    The Perfect Escape
  2. Print length
    320 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publisher
    Sourcebooks Fire
  5. Publication date
    April 7, 2020
  6. Grade level
    8 - 12
  7. Reading age
    14 - 18 years
  8. Dimensions
    5.5 x 0.8 x 8.25 inches
  9. ISBN-10
    1728209390
  10. ISBN-13
    978-1728209395
  11. Lexile measure
    HL680L
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ineed the perfect escape from, well, pretty much everything - sarah henning

effortlessly hilarious and super loveable - helen hoang

pure fun - david yoon

an adorable, laugh out loud rom com with a loveable hero - jenn bennett

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"Pure fun! A hilarious rom-com that head-fakes you into tumbling headlong into a techno-zombie survival thriller propelled by banter and plenty of heart." ― David Yoon, New York Times bestselling author of Frankly in Love

"The Perfect Escape is just that―perfect. Filled with humor and heart, it won’t let you go until you’re smiling." ― Danielle Paige, New York Times bestselling author of the Dorothy Must Die series and Stealing Snow

"Effortlessly hilarious and super lovable. I hope this is the YA romcom of 2020." ― Helen Hoang, USA Today bestselling author of The Kiss Quotient

"An adorable, laugh-out-loud YA romcom with a lovable hero and an action-packed zombie-themed escape room―what more could you want?" ― Jenn Bennett, author of Alex, Approximately

"Suzanne Park’s debut was a thrilling ride with lovable characters and plenty of belly laughs." ― Gloria Chao, author of American Panda and Our Wayward Fate

"The funniest love stories can start in the most unexpected of places. The Perfect Escape is a whip-smart, hilarious rom-com that boldly explores classism, family expectations, and how to outrun zombies." ― Nina Moreno, author of Don’t Date Rosa Santos

"Quirky and hilarious, The Perfect Escape has everything you’ve ever wanted in a rom-com. Suzanne Park has created the perfect mix of humor and heart against the backdrop of zombie adventures guaranteed to keep you laughing. Nate and Kate are absolutely adorable and you’ll be rooting for them until the very end. A must-have addition to any bookshelf!" ― Sabina Khan, author of The Love and Lies of Rukhsana Ali

"Suzanne Park’s The Perfect Escape is the hilarious tale of two snarky teens who will win your hearts (and maybe each other’s). It is indeed the perfect escape from, well, pretty much everything." ― Sarah Henning, author of Throw Like a Girl and the Sea Witch duology

"With more books like The Perfect Escape, diverse characters will become the norm and old stereotypes may finally be put to rest." ― Asian Review of Books

"Debut author Park's well-written title slyly infuses what seems like a typical teen romantic comedy with thoughtful treatment of diversity, microaggressions, classism and class struggles, immigration, and privilege while capturing the sweetness of two nerds falling for each other...A charming, thoughtful portrayal of complex teen relationships." ― Kirkus Reviews

About the Author

SUZANNE PARK is a Korean American writer who was born and raised in Tennessee. In her former life as a comedian, she was a finalist in the Oxygen Network's "Girls Behaving Badly" talent search, and was also selected to appear on BET's "Coming to the Stage." She currently resides in Los Angeles with her husband, female offspring, and a sneaky rat that creeps around on her back patio. In her spare time, she procrastinates.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Sourcebooks Fire (April 7, 2020)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 320 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1728209390
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1728209395
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 14 - 18 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ HL680L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 8 - 12
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 11.2 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.8 x 8.25 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Suzanne Park is a Korean American writer who was born and raised in Tennessee.

In her former life as a stand-up comedian, she appeared on BET, was the winner of the Seattle Sierra Mist Comedy Competition, and placed as a semi-finalist in NBC's "Stand Up For Diversity" showcase in San Francisco.

She currently resides in Los Angeles with her husband, female offspring, and a sneaky rat that creeps around on her back patio. In her spare time, she procrastinates.

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It’s HUNGER GAMES meets contemporary romcom!THE PERFECT ESCAPE is the perfect escapist fare. Nate and Kate are charmingly normal teens, with a side of nerdy, that you’ll instantly adore. Nate is poor and thinks money will solve all his problems and his proud Korean family’s financial struggles. Kate is struggling after her mother’s death and her father’s controlling nature. They meet while working at a zombie themed escape room and decide to enter a zombie survival contest together. But their secrets catch up with them as fast as the zombies...A funny, positively delightful read.
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CF Resnick
5.0 out of 5 stars A witty rom-com with a unique twist!
Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2020
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THE PERFECT ESCAPE is a witty rom-com, with a unique, zombie-filled twist! Nate and Kate meet at the zombie-themed escape room where they both work. On the surface, a love of zombies might appear to be the only thing they have in common. At home, Nate feels the pressures of earning money for college, of making his family proud, and buying his loving parents new things. Kate, on the other hand, lives in a ritzy smart home (like a very, very smart home), decked to the nines with all the amenities a person could want… But fancy things can't make up for everything. Kate deeply grieves the death of her mom. Her dad is emotionally MIA and almost never home, though he keeps tabs on her through his electronics. While Nate and Kate don't have much in common in their school and home lives, they are kindred spirits. Both lovable and hilarious, this pair longs to follow their dreams, feel the acceptance of their families…and maybe even embark on a fun and flirty romance!

When they team up to enter a zombie escape competition that comes with a huge cash prize, both imagine how their lives could forever change.

This book made my heart squeeze at the same time that I was laughing out loud. Suzanne Park breathes life into characters who are easy to root for. She also balances fun, fast-paced storytelling with meaningful messages about relationships. All the tech and money in the world can't replace real human connection.
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JKM
4.0 out of 5 stars A fun romp, with zombies
Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2023
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As the title says, this book was a perfect escape for a few hours. While I found one of the side characters to be a little too caricature evil tech dude, it didn’t ruin the book. Lots of fun.
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Rissi
3.0 out of 5 stars ‘The Perfect Escape’ is a Fun Adventure of a YA Romance
Reviewed in the United States on August 12, 2020
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RATING 3.5 out of 5

STORY | When it comes to dreams, Nate Kim has big plans, the crux of which is to make lots of money. Poor all his life, the only way Nate has been able to attend a ritzy private school is with a scholarship.

At work, Nate befriends Kate Anderson, and immediately he feels a connection to his co-worker, but what he doesn’t know is, Kate’s about to leave behind her life for the bright lights and freedom of New York. This means she may even take advantage of a new friendship to do this!

The Perfect Escape by Suzanne Park | Book Review

REVIEW | Prior to seeing this on a list and then pre-ordering it, I didn’t know of this book’s existence. One of the 2020 debuts, it’s a cute little story that also has the allure being a new author to discover, plus get lost in a kind of “adventure.” This is precisely what The Perfect Escape is; just like its title, it’s this ideal little romantic-comedy that will inspire a smile.

The thing about the book that makes it cute is the reality competition our lovebirds compete in is a zombie “survivalist” experience. Zombies aren’t my thing, but this novel makes everything seem all kinds of fun. The characters, of course, help as well. Nate is a really “cute” hero who I like, but also hope he learns something by the end of his story. He becomes consumed with “winning” because in his mind the result from the win is the only way he can live the “right” sort of life. Then there’s Kate who’s hiding something from Nate, which makes us sad because we want good things for them.

What’s also interesting about this novel is that it reads almost as an in-between the popular subgenres of young and new adult. There is some typical “high school” drama, but the entire story doesn’t revolve around school, so this gives the plot some dimension, plus Kate is an older heroine. In the end, The Perfect Escape is fun. It’s not “perfect” (personal preferences), but I enjoyed it quite well, and did want to keep reading despite my reservations. The end is cute if not somewhat open-ended. If you’re looking for a little reader escapism, this is your ticket to summer fun.
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gj
5.0 out of 5 stars A Sweet, Madcap Dash through Teen Life and First Love--with Zombies
Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2020
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The Perfect Escape is a fast-paced, imaginative story of two kids (Nate, from the wrong side of the tracks, and Kate, from so far on the other side their worlds should never have collided) who meet where they both work: at a zombie-themed escape room. If that doesn't get your attention, nothing will. The escape room is not only a physical place, it's also a metaphor for the lives from which both Nate and Kate fight to free themselves.

Along the way there's an exploration of high-school privilege and bullying, a look at parental overprotectiveness that comes without emotional investment, and a high-stakes physical escape competition. Oh, and lots of comparison between the ultra-smart and the average. The lesson author Suzanne Park tells in this story, though, is that there is no clear dividing line between the haves and have-nots, or the intelligentsia and the so-so. Everyone is just right at some things, and all wrong at others...and that's life, and it's okay.

The burgeoning romantic relationship between Nate and Kate (and yes, they make all the rhyme jokes) is deftly handled with a sweet, light touch, and the ending is satisfactory on all levels. Best of all, Park's sense of humor pervades every scene. If you love well-written YA, you'll love this book
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Angelina Singer
4.0 out of 5 stars Really fun story with lots of twists
Reviewed in the United States on December 23, 2020
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I really enjoyed reading this rom com with a dystopian twist! It was definitely the crossover I didn't know I needed, as other reviewers have suggested. There were some spots where the plot dragged just a little, but it really did pick up toward the end. I also loved Kate's character and the bravery she exhibited. I would recommend this book to friends for sure!
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Whitney Schneider
5.0 out of 5 stars Puts the COM in rom-com!
Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2020
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This book is hilarious! Nate and Kate are such likable characters as they get to know each other (and themselves) while prepping for a zombie survivalist competition. Nate’s relationship with his family and adorable little sister is heartwarming and realistic. It’s a perfect contrast to Kate’s broken relationship with her father and his over-the-top, but understandable, concerns for her safety. Suzanne Park did an amazing job of getting me to root for each character, while keeping me laughing from start to finish.

If you want to crack up while watching two characters fall in love, this is the book for you! A must-read of 2020!
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Ashleigh Sage
3.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyed...
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 8, 2021
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Cute, fluffy, interesting book. Enjoyable plotline that was sorta different to what I’ve read about before, I loved the characters too.
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gioia giulia
4.0 out of 5 stars cute and adorable
Reviewed in Germany on August 3, 2020
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My full review is on Goodreads, but important to note that this book is a really cute and adorable YA romance!
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