An exhilarating graphic novel about courageous lab mice who embrace their newfound superpowers and work together to find their way back home from space. Perfect for fans of DOG MAN and CASTRONAUTS!
Theodore, Dorothy, Jonas, Ursula, and Hugh were ordinary lab mice until the scientists at NASA turned them into GEMs (genetically engineered mice) and launched them to the International Space Station. Now that they're free from the team of astronauts and floating in space on their own, the real adventure begins . . .
There's just one problem: How can five mice fly a spaceship back to Earth?
The G.E.M.S. must band together as a team and use their unique mutations to find their way home. Will their survival instincts be strong enough to carry them through?
Launch into space with RISE OF THE G.E.M.S., Book 1 in this engaging series for emerging readers!
About the Author :
Marian Dealy is an author and an award-winning PhD in biology. Throughout her life, she has gravitated toward the excitement of cutting-edge science. She worked as an AIDS researcher at the National Institutes of Health, helped decipher the sequence of human DNA at Human Genome Sciences, then did her thesis project in genetics at UC San Diego. She has worked as a filmmaker for the last twenty years and was recently inspired by her young son to write books that share her love of science with the next generation. Marian uses her scientific background to weave the latest and greatest in science and technology into her fictional stories in fun, unexpected ways.
Pablo Ballesteros is a graphic novel and children's book illustrator from Oviedo, Spain. A graduate of the Oviedo Art School, he illustrated several chapter book series including Las Fantásticas Hormiguets, Goleador, and Los Superheroes de los Miércoles. He is also the illustrator of Sangu Mandanna's Jupiter Nettle and the Seven Schools of Magic. He lives in his hometown in the north of Spain with his wife and their dog, Mari Trini.
Review :
Praise for Rise of the G.E.M.S. (Book 1)
"This book contains elements that fans of Dog Man will love, especially the giggle-worthy visual gags." - School Library Journal
"As the former CEO and current member of the Board of Directors of a highly regarded, global STEM publisher, I'm well aware of the importance of engaging children creatively in the wonders of science, while emphasizing the value of teamwork. Marian Dealy does that so well in Rise of the G.E.M.S., which is illustrated beautifully by Pablo Ballesteros." - Will Pesce, Former CEO, Director and Mentor
"Using her experience in genetic research, Marian Dealy anchors the GEMS' adventures in real science while drawing the reader into new worlds of the imagination."- Scott Thybony, author of The Official Guide to Hiking the Grand Canyon
"Rise of the G.E.M.S. is a true gem!" - Jana Blankenship, author of Seasonal Family Almanac
"Follow these mice on a thrilling and scientifically accurate adventure of true suspense and humanity! I loved learning as I went on this fantastic ride of a visually exciting read!" - Joanna Hershson, author of St. Ivo
"A must-have for classrooms and libraries, Rise of the G.E.M.S. is a captivating mix of action, discovery, humor, and scientific wonder - sure to spark curiosity and inspire future scientists and explorers!" - Lilah Sheehan, reading specialist
"Thrilling, charming, and full of humor - you won't be able to put this series opener down!" - Zoe Ryder White author of The Visible Field
