Chasing the Stars

A thrilling young adult love story in the most unlikely circumstances from the iconic author of the ground-breaking Noughts & Crosses, Malorie Blackman. Now with a fresh new package.'I walked over to him and took his hand . . . We were at the heart of our very own universe'Olivia and her twin brother, Aidan, are heading alone back to Earth following the virus that completely wiped out the rest of their crew, and their family, in its entirety.Nathan's ship is heading in the opposite direction. But on the journey it is attacked. Only a few survive.Their lives unexpectedly collide. Nathan and Olivia are instantly attracted to each other, deeply, head over heels.But not everyone is pleased. Surrounded by rumours, deception, even murder, is it possible to live out a happy-ever-after...?

Short-listed for "The Bookseller" YA Book Prize 2017

“Malorie Blackman has a nature affinity for space tales and this shines through in her bold new novel . . . The ensuing gripping story has plenty of strong emotions to play with: love, hate, fear, jealousy and more than a dash of betrayal. It's a stylish tale and one ripe for a sequel.”

[This] gripping story has plenty of strong emotions to play with: love, hate, fear, jealousy and more than a dash of betrayal. Telegraph
A combination of Star Trek, Ten Things I Hate About You and a murder mystery. What's not to like? -- Tony Bradman Guardian
Full of nail-biting adventure, interstellar conflict and then passion . . . keeps us guessing to the last. -- Nicolette Jones The Sunday Times - Children's Book of the Week
The former Children's Laureate is never afraid to tackle challenging issues . . . a thrilling love story. Mail on Sunday - Children's Book of the Month
...with love, danger, treachery, jealousy and tragedy . . . I read it in two breathless sittings and I absolutely loved it. -- Fiona Noble The Bookseller
A gripping two-hander. -- Alex O'Connell The Times - Children's Book of the Week

Malorie Blackman has written over seventy books for children and young adults. Many of her books have also been adapted for stage and television, including a major BBC production of Noughts & Crosses. Malorie has been awarded the Eleanjor Farjeon award, received an OBE, and served as Children's Laureate.

Olivia and her twin brother, Aidan, are heading alone back to Earth following the virus that completely wiped out the rest of their crew, and their family, in its entirety. Nathan's ship is heading in the opposite direction. But on the journey it is attacked. Only a few survive. Their lives unexpectedly collide. Nathan and Olivia are instantly attracted to each other, deeply, head over heels. But not everyone is pleased. Surrounded by rumours, deception, even murder, is it possible to live out a happy-ever-after...' 'Full of nail-biting adventure, interstellar conflict and then passion...keeps us guessing to the last' Sunday Times 'Goes boldly where few YA titles have gone before...a combination of Star Trek, Ten Things I Hate About You and a murder mystery. What's not to like?' Guardian

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