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Rocket Science

Rocket Science

by JeanneWillis (Author)

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    Paperback 2002

    $4.43
Synopsis

A new novel from an exceptional writer who has won several awards for her work. Adam lives in the shadow of his siblings, so when he finds a mysterious alien creature on the beach, he is delighted to have a friend of his own at last. However, before long his meddling sister becomes involved and disagrees with Adam about the treatment of their secret friend. He appears to feel no pain - is it right to conduct experiments on him He shows no fear - should they entice him into dangerous situations? The plot takes a mysterious turn when the true identity of Adam's friend is revealed...This extraordinary story explores our definition of what it is to be 'human' and our reaction to 'difference'.

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Format: Paperback
 Pages: 128
 Publisher: Faber and Faber
Published: 21 Oct 2002
ISBN 10: 0571212751
ISBN 13: 9780571212750
Children’s book age: 9-11 Years

Author Bio
Jeanne Willis was born in St Albans. She has always wanted to be a children's author, and she spent her childhood writing and designing comics for her neighbours. Her first book was accepted when she was 21, and it established her career as a successful writer. She has had over 30 children's books published, for all age groups, including poetry. Her first novel for Faber, The Hard Man of the Swings, won the North East Book Award. She is married with two children, and lives in North London.