The Astonishing Future of Alex Nobody

Name: The Astonishing Future of Alex Nobody
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781510108370
Price: 24.99 NZD
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By Kate Gilby Smith

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Summary

The Astonishing Future of Alex Nobody by Kate Gilby Smith is a captivating children's story about a seemingly ordinary child, Alex, who discovers that adults from the future are inexplicably drawn to her. As Alex unravels the mystery of her peculiar situation, she learns about the impact she might have on the world. Filled with adventure and intrigue, the book explores themes of identity and destiny in a fun and engaging way.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might like this book if you're intrigued by stories where the ordinary transforms into the extraordinary, and you enjoy following young characters as they navigate unimaginable futures. It's perfect for readers who appreciate a blend of humour, adventure, and a hint of mystery within a children's book setting.

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'A wonderful time-travelling adventure with more twists and turns than the hands of a clock on a helter-skelter. Alex and Jasper are a fantastic dynamic duo, and the book has genuine friendship and warmth at the heart of a timey-wimey mystery. I loved it.'

- L.D. Lapinski, author of The Strangeworlds Travel Agency

On the day Alex was born, crowds surrounded the hospital. On her first day of school, people spied from the gates. And recently, strangers came to watch her perform in her school play ... as the llama.

But why? Alex has always been a nobody.

Then a mysterious boy named Jasper starts at school and he alone seems to know the answer. But before he can tell Alex, he disappears ... into the future. Can Alex brave traveling into the future to discover what's happened to him and to unravel the secret of her own astonishing destiny ... before time runs out?

'A great idea, pulled off with real panache ... the whole thing is a delight'

Anthony McGowan, author of Lark

'A joyous, inventive and original rollicking adventure'

Liz Hyder, author of Bearmouth

'A brilliant page-turning, time travelling adventure, full of heart and filled with courage and friendship'

Jess Butterworth, author of Running on the Roof of the World

'A super original concept and a book brimming with imagination. And I loved that ending!!!'

Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Astonishing Future of Alex Nobody has been praised for its imaginative and inventive storytelling, filled with time-traveling adventure and delightful twists. Reviewers commend its heart, courage, and friendship, noting the dynamic duo of Alex and Jasper. The book is recognised for its originality, excitement, and engaging plot, making it an enjoyable read for young audiences.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781510108370

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 June 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orion Children's Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 204.0mm

Weight: 246g

Pages: 304

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Kate Gilby Smith Young Adult Young Adult Dystopian Fiction

About the Author

Kate Gilby Smith was born on the sunny island of Guernsey. It was daydreaming during a philosophy of time travel seminar at Edinburgh University that she first had the idea for her first book, The Astonishing Future of Alex Nobody.

Alongside being an author, she works as a publicist at a London publisher of science, philosophy and history books.

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