Imagine being castaway on a remote desert island, sole survivor of a dreadful shipwreck.

Robinson Crusoe from Tivola, based on the classic book by Daniel Defoe, is a story with a difference. Narrated by Martin Jarvis, it takes a fascinating look at survival.

Designed for eight to ten- year-olds, this is a splendid example of Tivola's high-level graphics but it seems to lack the essential ingredient to hold a youngster's attention. It's a tad turgid.

The virtual book appears as an interactive graphic in the middle of the screen. Clicking a small white feather activates the Jarvis recording.

There are no indications this is the right move to make and no suggestions about other interactive features. The reader is left to guess what to do next.

Although there are apparently things to see and do outside the digital book, I was unable to find them. Shame really, as I fancied the opportunity to board a stranded wreck and salvage the tools I would need to build a raft.

The story is beautifully edited and condensed and comes alive page by page. Each section of the book can be played over and over again although I fear there would be little reason to do so once the first flush of excitement was over.

The title is rather less than it appears and does not offer the same value for money as other Tivola titles. It falls down badly on usability and simply does not seem to do what it says on the box.

Price: £19.99.

Contact: 01908 617746.

Feel good factor: 5 out of 10.