*While browsing for a young-adult novel to read I came across this title. After a bit of online research, I decided to purchase a hard copy of the novel. I finished the book late last night.
What It Is About - FIVE Things You Need to Know:
1. *Cal, who is seventeen years old, lives in New York city and has a large presence on social media.
2. *The world of NASA is focused on a space mission to Mars.
3. *When Cal's father, who is a pilot, becomes the newest member of the possible crew to Mars, Cal finds himself in a whole new social media "circus".
4. *Cal's family relocates to Texas along with the other crew member families. Cal thought he enjoyed being on social media, but after this move, he isn't so sure.
5. *Cal meets Leon; the two of them must deal with a reality show following the mission, the scrutiny of NASA, and their feelings for each other.
What I Thought Of It - Five Observations/Reflections:
1. *This young-adult novel was enjoyable and interesting to read.
2. *As I read, I enjoyed how the author mixed our "real" world with the "fictional" world of the story.
3. *The further I got into the plot, the more mystery began surrounding the reality show and the interactions of NASA.
4. *In my opinion, some sections of the story moved at a bit of a slow pace, but overall I was curious about Cal's world and what was going to happen.
5. *I enjoyed the characters, but in some ways, didn't feel like I got to know them as well as I have in some other young-adult novels.
Who Should Read It:
*The book would definitely be for readers in high-school and/or college. Adult readers would also enjoy the journey that Cal took during this time in his life. Happy Reading!
Rating: 3 STARS out of 5 Stars
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