This book blasts readers into space, landing on a settlement on Mars.
The privileged, handsome Hunter and smart, sassy and independent Cleo each come from very different worlds. Both are undocumented stowaways on the dusty red planet, forming an unexpected team as they find themselves on a life-saving mission.
The snappy, intelligent story unfolds in eight hours of real time for the reader. The urgency and excitement are interwoven with romance, betrayal, family dynamics, corporate ethics, socio-economic intrigue and interplanetary strife. Hunter and Cleo’s relationship builds strongly. Intermittent direct address makes readers feel part of the drama as the duo’s interplay, vulnerability and attraction grows and the grit and danger increases. The clock is ticking!
Red Star Rebels is an adventurous escape bursting with thrilling sci-fi scenarios, wise cracks and romantic tension.
Reviewed by Mark Parry
Age Guide 12+
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Amie Kaufman is a New York Times, USA Today and internationally bestselling author of science fiction and fantasy. Her multi-award winning work has been translated into nearly thirty languages, and is in development for film and TV.
Raised in Australia and occasionally Ireland, Amie has degrees in history, literature, law and conflict resolution, and is currently undertaking a PhD in Creative Writing. She’s the host of podcasts Amie Kaufman on Writing, and Pub Dates.
Amie lives by the sea in Melbourne, Australia, with her family and an extremely large personal library. Her latest books are The Isles of the Gods and Lady’s Knight.
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