The Gravity of Us
The Gravity of Us by Phil Stamper, published by Bloomsbury USA on February 2, 2021, is a young adult fiction novel that explores the intersection of personal ambition and unexpected romance. The story follows Cal, an aspiring journalist with a significant social media presence, whose life is turned upside down when his father is selected for a NASA mission to Mars. Relocating from Brooklyn to Houston, Cal finds himself caught in a media frenzy, navigating the complexities of family dynamics while trying to maintain his identity amidst the chaos.
As Cal adjusts to his new reality, he meets Leon, another teen whose mother is also part of the mission. Their budding relationship serves as a refuge from the pressures surrounding them. The narrative delves into themes of coming of age and social dynamics, highlighting the challenges and joys of young love in a high-stakes environment. With 336 pages, this edition presents a thoughtful exploration of personal growth and the impact of external circumstances on relationships, making it a relevant read for those interested in LGBTQ themes and new experiences.
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“I’m so starry-eyed for this wise, romantic gem of a book.” – Becky Albertalli, bestselling author of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda
In this smart, heart-warming YA debut perfect for fans of Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera, two teens find love when their lives are uprooted for their parents’ involvement in a NASA mission to Mars.
Cal wants to be a journalist, and he’s already well underway with almost half a million followers on his FlashFame app and an upcoming internship at Buzzfeed. But his plans are derailed when his pilot father is selected for a highly-publicized NASA mission to Mars. Within days, Cal and his parents leave Brooklyn for hot and humid Houston.
With the entire nation desperate for any new information about the astronauts, Cal finds himself thrust in the middle of a media circus. Suddenly his life is more like a reality TV show, with his constantly bickering parents struggling with their roles as the “perfect American family.”
And then Cal meets Leon, whose mother is another astronaut on the mission, and he finds himself falling head over heels–and fast. They become an oasis for each other amid the craziness of this whole experience. As their relationship grows, so does the frenzy surrounding the Mars mission, and when secrets are revealed about ulterior motives of the program, Cal must find a way to get to the truth without hurting the people who have become most important to him.
An IndieBound YA Bestseller!
An IndieNext List Pick!
An Amazon Best Book!
A Goodreads Choice Award Finalist!
A Cosmopolitan Best Young Adult Book of the Year!
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