The Kid Who Came From Space Paperback – 31 January 2020

The stunning new 10+ story from the bestselling and award-winning author of time travelling with a hamster, for anyone who loved the humor of wall-e, the action of Star Wars and the deeply touching emotion of et. A small village in the wilds of Northumberland is rocked by the disappearance of twelve-year-old Tammy. Only her twin brother, Ethan, knows she is safe – and the extraordinary truth of where she is. It is a secret he must keep, or risk never seeing her again. But that doesn't mean hems going to give up. Together with his friend Iggy and the mysterious (and very hairy) Hollyann, Ethan teams up with a spaceship called Philip, and Suzy the trained chicken, for a nail-biting chase to get his sister back that will take him further than anyone has ever been before.

The Kid Who Came from Space" is a science fiction novel written by Ross Welford, aimed primarily at middle-grade readers (ages 9–12). It's an imaginative, heartfelt, and adventurous story that blends mystery, space travel, and themes of friendship, bravery, and sibling bonds.

Plot Summary:

The story centers around Tamara, a 12-year-old girl who mysteriously vanishes from her small English village. Her twin brother, Ethan, is devastated but refuses to believe that she simply ran away like everyone thinks. He’s convinced that something much stranger has happened.

Soon, Ethan encounters a peculiar and intelligent creature named Hellyann, who isn’t from Earth at all—she’s an alien on a secret mission. Through her, Ethan learns that Tamara has been taken across the galaxy to another planet, and it’s up to him, Hellyann, and his quirky friend Iggy to rescue her.

Themes:

• Siblings and family: The strong bond between Ethan and Tamara drives the story.
• Courage and loyalty: Ethan shows immense bravery in the face of danger and the unknown.
• Imagination and wonder: Welford blends science fiction with emotional depth, making readers feel the magic of outer space and the strength of human connection.

Tone and Style:

Welford’s writing is witty, heartfelt, and filled with suspense and humor. Though the story ventures into space, it remains grounded in real emotions and relatable characters.

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