Light Years
Light Years by Emily Ziff Griffin, published by Simon and Schuster on September 5, 2017, is a young adult fiction novel that explores themes of survival and emotional complexity. The story follows Luisa, a girl eager to embark on her life journey, whose extraordinary coding skills have earned her a chance at a prestigious fellowship. However, her aspirations are disrupted when a mysterious virus begins to spread globally, leading to chaos and uncertainty as she seeks to protect her family and find a cure.
In this 304-page narrative, readers will find a blend of science fiction and social themes, as Luisa navigates her heightened sensory experiences while grappling with the implications of the epidemic. The book delves into her quest for hope amidst grief and loss, presenting a thought-provoking exploration of life and death. Light Years offers a unique perspective on the challenges faced by young women in a dystopian setting, making it a compelling read for those interested in stories that intertwine personal growth with larger societal issues.
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“A searingly beautiful page-turner.” —Jennifer Niven, New York Times bestselling author
“A thrilling, thoughtful meditation on life and death.” —Hello Giggles
“Gorgeously written.” —School Library Journal (starred review)
As a mysterious virus infects the world’s population, a girl embarks on a quest to find a cure in this thrilling debut from Emily Ziff Griffin.
Luisa is ready for her life to start. Five minutes ago. And she could be on her way, as her extraordinary coding skills have landed her a finalist spot for a fellowship sponsored by Thomas Bell, the world’s most brilliant and mercurial tech entrepreneur. Being chosen means funding, mentorship, and most importantly, freedom from her overbearing mother. Maybe Lu will even figure out how to control the rare condition that plagues her: whenever her emotions run high, her physical senses kick into overload, with waves of color, sound, taste, and touch flooding her body.
But Luisa’s life is thrust into chaos as a deadly virus sweeps across the globe, killing thousands and sending her father into quarantine. When Lu receives a cryptic message from someone who might hold the key to stopping the epidemic, she knows she must do something to save her family—and the world.
Suspenseful, lyrical, and thought-provoking, Light Years features a remarkable heroine on an intensely physical and emotional quest for hope and existential meaning.
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