This is the second in the science fiction ‘Cosmos’ series that Chris Bradford has written for Barrington Stoke. In this book, we have siblings Stella and Ryan, who are on a holiday at a space hotel. Whilst Stella is enthralled by being in space, her brother would rather spend his time playing on a games console, in a pretend space environment. When they visit the International Space Station on a day trip, things go wrong, due to a large solar flare; the end result being that Ryan is sent spinning out of control and away from any help. With the solar flare getting ever closer to the space station, can Stella find a way to save her brother and get them safely back to their family?
Yet again this author has produced an exciting and action-packed story that will enthral his readers. The combination of science and adventure will appeal to those who love science fiction, but also those who are in to their gaming, as we see how some of their skills can prove to be of use in dire circumstances. The friction between the siblings is totally believable, but there is the underlying strong familial bond which enables them to work together in dealing with their situation. This is aimed at a reading age of 7+, with interest being 9+.
Margaret Pemberton
Stellar by Chris Bradford
Illustrated by Charlotte Grange
Barrington Stoke
ISBN 9781800903210
£7.99
Published 2025
