Space Ace
(Paperback, New edition)
Publishing Details
Space Ace
By (Author) Eric Brown
Illustrated by Tony Ross
HarperCollins Publishers
Barrington Stoke Ltd
24th May 2017
3rd March 2017
New edition
United Kingdom
Classifications
Primary and Secondary Educational
Fiction
823.92
Physical Properties
Paperback
72
Width 130mm, Height 198mm, Spine 7mm
120g
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
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
Author Bio
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.
