FICTION

Earth Flight

by Janet EDWARDS
360p. (Earth Girl: Bk. 3). ebook available. PYR. Sept. 2015. Tr $17.99. ISBN 9781633880924; ebk. $11.99. ISBN 9781633880931.
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Gr 8 Up—In this conclusion to the science fiction trilogy about Jarra, a teen whose immune system keeps her from traveling to space, the archaeology and military star is now a celebrity. But increasing prejudices, pressure to solve the mystery of an alien artifact, and her aspirations to travel to other planets motivate Jarra to buck conventions once again. Well-done world-building, an unforgettable protagonist, and an even-paced plot will satisfy sci-fi fans.
Jarra's (Earth Girl; Earth Star) inability to leave Earth (a condition which garners rampant discrimination in 2789) hasn't stopped her from gaining success and fame. The series' parallel plot arcs (Jarra's challenge of anti-"Handicapped" prejudice and her work toward alien first contact) peak here. A densely realized future--conveyed in impressive linguistic, political, social, and geographical detail--rewards readers looking for non-dystopian, intellectually rich science fiction.
Reviewed by Staff , Aug 01, 2015

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