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Spaced Out

Stuart Gibbs
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Spaced Out

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2016

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Stuart Gibbs

Spaced Out

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Moon Base Alpha • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2016

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

750L

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Super Short Summary

In Spaced Out by Stuart Gibbs, readers follow a mystery adventure set on the Moon Base Alpha, the first lunar colony. A young detective, who is a resident of the base, is tasked with solving the case of a missing scientist under challenging conditions, amidst familial and social dynamics in a unique lunar environment.

Humorous

Adventurous

Suspenseful

Reviews & Readership

4.6

8,889 ratings

90%

Loved it

8%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Stuart Gibbs' Spaced Out is praised for its engaging plot and witty dialogue, making it a hit with both young readers and adults. The characters are well-developed and relatable, enhancing the story's charm. Some critics, however, feel the pacing is uneven, particularly in the middle sections. Overall, it remains a delightful and exciting read for mystery enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Spaced Out?

Fans of Spaced Out by Stuart Gibbs would enjoy thrilling mysteries set in unique locales. Ideal for middle-grade readers who loved Artemis Fowl by Eoin Colfer and The Mysterious Benedict Society by Trenton Lee Stewart, it captivates with wit, adventure, and clever problem-solving.

4.6

8,889 ratings

90%

Loved it

8%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Moon Base Alpha • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2016

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

750L

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