Book description
SHORTLISTED: 2025 ARA Historical Novel Prize, Children's and Young Adult Category
When a boy called Keith pops up from nowhere in Letty's bedroom and accuses her of invading his room, Letty is astonished - but things get even stranger when she realises she is caught up in an incredible adventure,…
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1 author picked Moonboy as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
This quirky book for middle grade readers took me back to my own memories of watching the moon landing on a crackly TV at school. I loved the way it shines a spotlight on the important role remote Australian tracking stations contributed to the success of the mission. The characters and realistic, sad and poignant interactions between a young boy and his grandfather are beautifully written. And what a great cover!
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