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by Erika Swyler (Goodreads Author)

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Gretchen Pierce Doesn't it also have to do with the presence of the water acting as a conductor of sorts? I think there was water dripping into the truck and the spri…moreDoesn't it also have to do with the presence of the water acting as a conductor of sorts? I think there was water dripping into the truck and the sprinklers went on at the grove.(less)

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The description above says she “floats in antigravity”!! As far as we know, “antigravity” doesn’t exist! Is this book full of scientific ignorance like this error in the description?

Rachel Grey No, not at all -- that ridiculous description is clearly by some copywriter and not the author herself. However, the author does absolutely take some …moreNo, not at all -- that ridiculous description is clearly by some copywriter and not the author herself. However, the author does absolutely take some liberties, and this is soft science fiction (bordering on magical realism at times) rather than hard. (less)

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Is there any mature/inappropriate content?

Laura Not at all, except for one f-word toward the end. Definitely recommended for any kid who likes space and sci-fi.

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