9781914585449 - The Space Between Us: this Year's Most Life-affirming, Awe-inspiring Read ? Selected for Bbc 2 Between the Covers 2023 by Johnstone, Doug (39 results)

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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. When three people suffer strokes after seeing dazzling lights over Edinburgh, then awake completely recovered, theyre convinced their ordeal is connected to the alien creature discovered on a nearby beach an adrenaline-soaked, deeply humane, life-affirming first-contact novel from one of Scotlands most revered authors **Selected for BBC 2 Between the Covers 2023** All the drive, curiosity and wonder of his crime and mystery novels science fiction gains a new authorDerek B Miller If you read one life-affirming book this year, make sure its this oneNina Pottell,Prima The main characters, their lives and their struggles, are portrayed very vividly. I was straight into this, just like a thriller Ivo Graham on Between the Covers Connecting will change everything Lennox is a troubled teenager with no family.Ava is eight months pregnant and fleeing her abusive husband.Heather is a grieving mother and cancer sufferer. They dont know each other, but when a meteor streaks over Edinburgh, all three suffer instant, catastrophic strokes. .only to wake up the following day in hospital,miraculously recovered. When news reaches them of an octopus-like creaturewashed up on the shore near where the meteor came to earth, Lennox senses that some extra-terrestrial force is at play. With the help of Ava, Heather and a journalist, Ewan, he rescues the creature they call 'Sandy' and goes on the run. But they arent the only ones with an interest in the alien close behind are Avas husband, the police and a government unit who wants to capture the creature, at all costs. And Sandys arrival may have implications beyond anything anyone could imagine This had all the makings of a film such relatable characters. Writing a story about a mixed-race boy in the care system and two women so brilliantly is so impressive Sunetra Sarker on Between the Covers So readable and accessible I was really rooting for the characters Alan Davies on Between the Covers A gateway book to SciFi I loved it Sara Cox on Between the Covers A sci-fi novel that is as moving as it is magical and mysterious. Doug Johnstone has hit it out of the park againMark Billingham A delicious, demanding departure from Doug JohnstoneVal McDermid Science fiction may be a departure for Johnstone, but hes approached it like the crime thrillers that made his name, prioritising pace, tension and high stakes a plea for empathy, compassion and perspective, and a celebration of our capacity to connect with one another, shot through with vivid characters and a sense of wonder Herald Scotland An entertaining, fast-paced story of first contact well told, with relatable characters and important themes making for an emotionally engaging read Guardian A gloriously hopeful story and a perfect road trip movie just waiting to be made I cant recommend this highly enoughJames Oswald An adrenaline-filled ride of a novel, laced with empathy and understanding for our instinctual need to connect'Rachelle Atalla 'Johnstone's mesmeric story artfully puts Scotland centre stage in a sci-fi drama that is as much about the smallness of mankind and the importance of kinship Pay attention, Steven Spielberg! This could be your next filmMarnie Riches A clever and unusual read I was on a journey with these characters, and completely transfixedSusi Holliday DougJohnstone held me spellbound with this mesmerising tale of wonder and hopeMarion Todd A heart-warming, fast-paced, often tense look at friendships that surpass all boundaries, and an exploration of the very basic need for connection and a place to belong divineJen Meds Book Reviews What readers are saying ***** I wish I could adequately convey how much I loved this book A beautiful story it brought me to tears A masterpiece compassionate, full of love and hope An out-of-this-world, mesmerising first-contact story about the striking importance and impact of true connection Riveting High stakes, high adrenaline and somehow so gentle and moving. This is one of the most beautiful, extraordinary books Ive ever read I dont think Ill ever forget these characters. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. When three people suffer strokes after seeing dazzling lights over Edinburgh, then awake completely recovered, theyre convinced their ordeal is connected to the alien creature discovered on a nearby beach an adrenaline-soaked, deeply humane, life-affirming first-contact novel from one of Scotlands most revered authors **Selected for BBC 2 Between the Covers 2023** All the drive, curiosity and wonder of his crime and mystery novels science fiction gains a new author Derek B Miller If you read one life-affirming book this year, make sure its this one Nina Pottell, Prima The main characters, their lives and their struggles, are portrayed very vividly. I was straight into this, just like a thriller Ivo Graham on Between the Covers Connecting will change everything Lennox is a troubled teenager with no family. Ava is eight months pregnant and fleeing her abusive husband. Heather is a grieving mother and cancer sufferer. They dont know each other, but when a meteor streaks over Edinburgh, all three suffer instant, catastrophic strokes. .only to wake up the following day in hospital, miraculously recovered. When news reaches them of an octopus-like creature washed up on the shore near where the meteor came to earth, Lennox senses that some extra-terrestrial force is at play. With the help of Ava, Heather and a journalist, Ewan, he rescues the creature they call 'Sandy' and goes on the run. But they arent the only ones with an interest in the alien close behind are Avas husband, the police and a government unit who wants to capture the creature, at all costs. And Sandys arrival may have implications beyond anything anyone could imagine This had all the makings of a film such relatable characters. Writing a story about a mixed-race boy in the care system and two women so brilliantly is so impressive Sunetra Sarker on Between the Covers So readable and accessible I was really rooting for the characters Alan Davies on Between the Covers A gateway book to SciFi I loved it Sara Cox on Between the Covers A sci-fi novel that is as moving as it is magical and mysterious. Doug Johnstone has hit it out of the park again Mark Billingham A delicious, demanding departure from Doug Johnstone Val McDermid Science fiction may be a departure for Johnstone, but hes approached it like the crime thrillers that made his name, prioritising pace, tension and high stakes a plea for empathy, compassion and perspective, and a celebration of our capacity to connect with one another, shot through with vivid characters and a sense of wonder Herald Scotland An entertaining, fast-paced story of first contact well told, with relatable characters and important themes making for an emotionally engaging read Guardian A gloriously hopeful story and a perfect road trip movie just waiting to be made I cant recommend this highly enough James Oswald An adrenaline-filled ride of a novel, laced with empathy and understanding for our instinctual need to connect' Rachelle Atalla 'Johnstone's mesmeric story Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

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