The Year We Fell From Space

By Amy Sarig King

A young girl must navigate her crumbling family as she seeks new constellations in the night sky.

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288 pages· 51,746 words· Est. 7 hour read

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Liberty Johansen sees the night sky differently, finding new constellations where others see the old. Her world is shifting—her dad's gone, her mom's unexpectedly happy, and her sister's withdrawn. As her family drifts apart, Liberty must chart a new course to keep them from spiraling out of reach. Can she find a way to bring them back together before it's too late?

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The deeply affecting next book from acclaimed author Amy Sarig King.The Year We Fell From Space joins the Scholastic Gold line, which features award-winning and beloved novels. Includes exclusive bonus content!Liberty Johansen is going to change the way we look at the night sky. Most people see the old constellations, the things they’ve been told to see. But Liberty sees new patterns, pictures, and possibilities. She’s an exception.Some other exceptions: Her dad, who gave her the stars. Who moved out months ago and hasn’t talked to her since.Her mom, who’s happier since he left, even though everyone thinks she should be sad and lonely.And her sister, who won’t go outside their house.Liberty feels like her whole world is falling from space. Can she map a new life for herself and her family before they spin too far out of reach?

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