A Rover’s Story
A Rover’s Story by Jasmine Warga is a reprint edition published by HarperCollins Publishers on February 27, 2024. This middle grade novel follows the journey of Resilience, a fictional Mars rover, as he embarks on an exploration of the Martian landscape. Built to explore but not to feel, Res begins to develop humanlike emotions while learning from the NASA scientists who assemble him, leading to a unique narrative that intertwines themes of exploration and emotional growth.
Readers will find a story that delves into the challenges faced by Res as he navigates the dangers of Mars, including dust storms and cliffs, alongside his companion, a drone helicopter named Fly. The book explores social themes related to family and resilience, offering insights into the emotional journey of a rover determined to succeed against the odds. With 320 pages, this edition presents a blend of technology and adventure, making it a thoughtful addition to the genre of juvenile fiction.
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#1 New York Times bestseller * Best Book of the Year from The Washington Post, Publishers Weekly, New York Public Library, Chicago Public Library
The One and Only Ivan meets The Wild Robot in this unique and deeply moving middle grade novel about the journey of a fictional Mars rover, from the Newbery Honor-winning author of Other Words for Home.
Meet Resilience, a Mars rover determined to live up to his name.
Res was built to explore Mars. He was not built to have human emotions. But as he learns new things from the NASA scientists who assemble him, he begins to develop humanlike feelings. Maybe there’s a problem with his programming….
Human emotions or not, launch day comes, and Res blasts off to Mars, accompanied by a friendly drone helicopter named Fly. But Res quickly discovers that Mars is a dangerous place filled with dust storms and giant cliffs. As he navigates Mars’s difficult landscape, Res is tested in ways that go beyond space exploration.
As millions of people back on Earth follow his progress, will Res have the determination, courage, and resilience to succeed…and survive
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