What’s the book about?
Eleven-year-old Roswell Johnson is obsessed with space and life beyond our planet. So, when he’s accidentally abducted in a spaceship, it feels like his biggest dream has come true – aliens are real!
With the sinister General Xelic and his evil army of Reptoids planning to attack Earth, Roswell must team up with a quirky group of other-worldly beings: a Mantis with a fear of germs, a Cyborg programmed to take everything literally, a telepathic Pleiadean, two bickering Grays, and an overly confident Fungarian.
Can Roswell and his eccentric gang of alien adventurers save Earth from invasion?
Or is life as we know it doomed?
Recommended for:
Ages 9+.
Three reasons to read it:
- The book combines humor, adventure, and a touch of whimsy, making it a captivating read for both younger and older children. Colfer’s ability to weave together fantastical elements with relatable characters creates a story that is entertaining, and at times, emotionally endearing as Roswell is forced to grow up while he also saves planet Earth.
- Roswell, our hero, embarks on a journey that not only tests his bravery but also teaches him the value of friendship through his relationships with his alien pals and the villain General Xelic. These themes can resonate with readers of all ages and provide meaningful insights into personal growth and resilience.
- The book introduces readers to a richly detailed universe filled with unique alien creatures, quirky characters like the cyborg who takes everything at face-value, and many, many twists. This world-building is complex, but also simple, enhancing the reading experience and making it a book that young readers will remember long after they finish it.
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About the Author:
Chris Colfer is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and Golden Globe-winning actor. He was honored as a member of the TIME 100, Time magazine’s annual list of the one hundred most influential people in the world, and his books include Struck By Lightning: The Carson Phillips Journal, Stranger Than Fanfiction, and the books in The Land of Stories series: The Wishing Spell, The Enchantress Returns, A Grimm Warning, Beyond the Kingdoms, An Author’s Odyssey, and Worlds Collide, and the companion books A Treasury of Classic Fairy Tales, The Mother Goose Diaries, Queen Red Riding Hood’s Guide to Royalty, The Curvy Tree, and Trollbella Throws a Party.
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