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Space Ace

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Space Ace
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Eric Brown
Illustrated by Tony Ross
Series4u2read
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:72
Dimensions(mm): Height 198,Width 130
ISBN/Barcode 9781781127254
ClassificationsDewey:823.92
Audience
Children / Juvenile
Edition New edition in new format
Illustrations 15 Illustrations, black and white

Publishing Details

Publisher Barrington Stoke Ltd
Imprint Barrington Stoke Ltd
Publication Date 3 March 2017
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Billy's grandfather is a retired astronaut who likes to take Billy on trips around planet Earth. WC But when the ship's computer takes over, they suddenly find themselves zooming away on a grand tour of the Solar System! But when the computer system fails and Billy's grandfather is forced to pilot the ship manually through the treacherous asteroid belt! Will they make it home

Author Biography

Eric Brown has been a freelance writer for over fifteen years, reviews books for The Guardian, and has published over 20 books. He has won the British Science Fiction Prize twice for his short stories. Tony Ross is an award-winning illustrator and author, best known for illustrating the works of Francesca Simon and Lynne Reid Banks, and his own series The Little Princess.

Reviews

"Fact and fiction are cleverly combined in this space travel adventure story ... Lots to learn, and lots of fun to be had" -- LoveReading4Kids "Superbly illustrated ... perfect to read to 5-7s at bedtime, or as an exciting story for older reluctant or struggling readers" -- BookTrust "A fun, fast-paced story filled with facts about the solar system, ideal for all young space fanatics, and the perfect celebration of grandparents and grandchildren" -- Parents in Touch