Go Big or Go Home

Description

When a fireball crashes through the roof of his house in the Black Hills, Brady Steele can hardly believe his luck. It turns out to be one of the rarest meteorites ever found, one that might contain extraterrestrial bacteria proving the existence of life on Mars! During a wild week of extreme bicycling, fishing, and caving with his cousin Quinn, Brady discovers he's able to do amazing feats, but he's also developing some frightening symptoms. Could he be infected with space microbes Is his meteorite a prize or a menace This title's fantastic extras include the author's true confessions about Quinn's adventures, more weird science to explore, and an interview with Will Hobbs! Praise for Go Big or Go Home: "Hobbs is in great form here, combining his love of the outdoors and extreme sports with the fantastic element of an invader from space. The characterizations are especially strong in Brady and Quinn-two teens the reader really wants to know."-VOYA "With convincing, first-person narration, a fast pace, and plenty of suspense, this is a welcome addition to Hobbs' extremely reader-pleasing work."-Kirkus Reviews "Reluctant readers who'd rather be airborne than chairbound will appreciate the two young boys' penchant for pushing the envelope."-ALA Booklist

Will Hobbs is the award-winning author of 11 previous novels for young readers, including Far North, Ghost Canoe, and The Maze. Six of his books have been chosen by the American Library Association as Best Books for Young Adults.Visit Will Hobbs on the web at www.WillHobbsAuthor.com

"This fast-moving tale by an author known for exciting survival stories...is full of sports action...intriguing." -- KLIATT "Hobbs is in great form here...mysterious and compelling-the pace moves along swiftly...powerful." -- Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) "Offering something to tantalize nearly every boyish taste, this title is a great choice for reluctant readers." -- School Library Journal "With convincing, first-person narration, a fast pace and plenty of suspense, this is a welcome addition to Hobbs's extremely reader-pleasing work." -- Kirkus Reviews