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School Library Journal
Reviewed on February 1, 2010
Gr 5-8 Although Liam Digby is a typical kid who loves "World of Warcraft" video games and theme-park rides, his physical appearance is closer to age 30 than 12. Looking like an adult is challenging, but it can be useful. He learns about an experimental project to create the ultimate thrill ridesending a select group of kids into space. He figures that he has no chance to be one of the chosen youngsters, so he decides to apply as the in-flight father chaperone. After recruiting his friend Florida to pose as his daughter, Liam has to compet...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Guide
Reviewed on January 1, 2010
Twelve-year-old Liam, tall for his age, is often mistaken for an adult, a fact that he uses when he finds himself in a ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Junior Library Guild
Reviewed on April 1, 2010
Everything about this book works beautifully, from the entertaining setup to the satisfying conclusion. Frank Cottrell Boyce’s writing is exc...Log In or Sign Up to Read More