READERS’ FAVORITE ★★★★★WINNER of the Literary Titan Gold Award (December 2020)
A mysterious star could bring stability to her world…or lead her to a blistering end.
Quiet and introverted twelve-year-old Sam Sanderson is comfortable living a simple life on her family’s peaceful farm. That is, until a mysterious visitor arrives one night, thrusting her on a formidable and dangerous journey across galaxies.
With little direction and no manual, her mission is to find the elusive Hopewell Star to save a dying planet. But with time running out, a destructive business mogul tracking her every move, and deadly disasters threatening her community, she’ll have to rely on her wits, courage, and friends to make things right and restore peace to both worlds…all while surviving seventh grade.
From discovering the secret of the Hopewell Star to locating a lost civilization, this book has it all: exhilarating adventures, mystery and intrigue, and fascinating characters–you won’t be able to put it down!
Praise for Journey to the Hopewell Star:
“[A] spellbinding story that is impossible to put down.” – Readers’ Favorite
“Young adult author Hannah D. State effortlessly blends science fiction and fantasy in Journey to the Hopewell Star, an engaging story featuring an alien culture and a destructive megacorporation that is as enjoyable as it is timely.” – IndieReader (starred review)
“Wonderfully imaginative!” – Cary Caffrey, author of The Girls From Alcyone
“A wonderfully engaging fantasy adventure for YA. Cleverly plotted and totally unique, I’d highly recommend it.” – A ‘Whishing Shelf’ Book Review
“Refreshing…well-written and thoughtful.” – Literary Titan
“A well thought out, entertaining fantasy adventure that works on several levels.” – Kirkus Reviews
“Five stars for a fine debut novel!” – The Miramichi Reader
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