Ready Player One, written by Ernest Cline, is a thrilling science fiction novel set in a dystopian future. The story follows Wade Watts, a teenager who escapes the harsh reality of his world by immersing himself in a virtual reality game called the OASIS. When the game's creator dies, he leaves behind a series of puzzles that lead to an Easter egg, granting the finder full control of the OASIS. Ready Player One is a nostalgic and action-packed adventure that explores the power of virtual reality and the allure of escapism.