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  • Published: 3 September 2012
  • ISBN: 9780375865961
  • Imprint: RHUS Children's Books
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 272
  • RRP: $17.99

You'll Like It Here (Everybody Does)




Newbery Honor winner Ruth White conquers new worlds in this unique "out of the box" story reminiscent of a Twilight Zone episode. Meet the lovable Blue family, similar in appearance to Earthlings, except they're aliens.

While Meggie and David Blue are from another planet, they're a lot like Earth kids, with similar hopes and dreams, and can't wait to grow up. BUT they also have GROSSLY UNIQUE qualities, such as blue streaks in their hair that pop up randomly and language skills that sound like nothing on this planet. The story takes these alien kids, along with their mother and grandfather, by accident, to a far planet in which the society is not only oppressive but hostile to individual freedom. People are kept submissive through drugs and brainwashing. The Blues, who have spent time in free societies recognize the upside-down-ness of this world. They're almost helpless to do anything, but do what they can, plan their escape, and vow to help others.

  • Published: 3 September 2012
  • ISBN: 9780375865961
  • Imprint: RHUS Children's Books
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 272
  • RRP: $17.99

Praise for You'll Like It Here (Everybody Does)

"Hovering in the vicinity of E.T., The Twilight Zone and 1984, the attractive science-fiction formula accommodates the familiar coming-of-age arc. More important is the underlying theme of originality. . . . A quirky commentary on age, environment, government and self-expression."--Kirkus Reviews