Orion Lost

Favorite book of the year. I loved every second.

Seriously, everyone needs to read this book. If you love sci-fi, READ IT. If you hate sci-fi, READ IT. If you love children's books, READ IT. If you never read children's books because you think you're too old, READ IT.

The kids and teens in Orion Lost talk and act like real people. They act their age. They make mistakes. They struggle and they learn. There is so much to this book that I think would surprise a lot of people. Alastair Chisholm has a excellent ability to show and not tell. He shows the emotions and struggles so perfectly.

The story is action-packed without feeling rushed or lacking in development. It will keep you guessing to the very end, and even if you figure out every twist Chisholm throws at you, you will enjoy the journey. It's that good.

This is the first sci-fi middle grade that I have read. I don't think I've even heard of any other sci-fi middle grade books. It was amazing!

This book follows the Orion on its journey to a new home for everyone on board. Along the way, an unknown event occurs, leaving 13-year-old Beth as the senior crew member. Her fellow crew members are also children. Even though they have been taking Command class, they are not prepared for what's to come.

I loved this book so much! The characters are fantastic. The story is fantastic. I listened to most of it, and the narrator is fantastic as well. I hope there will be more soon!

If you have any sci-fi middle grade recs, please send them my way.