PRAISE FOR THE GIRL WHO FELL TO EARTH
"Suspenseful and thought-provoking." - Kirkus Reviews
"A great mix of reality and fantasy resulting in a wonderful heartfelt page turner." - Independent Book Reviews
"I was so thrilled to see this enticing title on the roster." - A Fuse #8 Production "This is a great book for students who enjoy a little science fiction, action, and some drama thrown into the mix." - NetGalley Educator "This book is such a great concept! I loved everything about it. In fact- I didn't want it to end. I want to know more and have so many questions!" - NetGalley Educator, 5 star review
"This is a book I would recommend to teachers and librarians teaching specifically the genre of science fiction. It asks the big moral and ethical questions that science fiction traditionally asks of its readers in a story that is accessible to middle grade readers." - NetGalley Librarian
"What a phenomenal read and one of my books of the year for sure ... Stunning storytelling - a whole universe of emotions condensed into a sharp, intoxicating and thrilling adventure ... a solid, superbly written imagining that casts a light on how we live our lives ... Arresting, thought provoking and fresh." - Eve McDonnell, author of The Chestnut Roaster
"And what a book it is, a beautifully written, gripping, twisty science fiction novel set in the near future that examines what it means to be human." - Sarah Webb, Irish Independent
"An unmissable, thrilling sci-fi short read." - Irish Independent
"An adventure full of suspense." -
The Sunday Times
"...there's plenty of excitement and food for thought here." - Books for Keeps
"Forde deftly weaves social topics like climate change, racism, and identity into a sci-fi/psychological thriller that will keep the pages turning until the end." - Children's Literature
"This is a compelling, high impact story that subtly presents many current issues; a thrilling adventure that manages to highlight issues such as climate change and the destructive nature of humans. The Girl Who Fell to Earth is fast paced and engaging, an easy read, and I thoroughly enjoyed it!" - ReadingZone
"It's a page-turner." -
Connacht Tribune "Another gripping fantasy adventure from Forde." - The Meath Chronicle
"Wow! Just...wow! ... a thrilling, edge-of-your-seat-type adventure; thought-provoking, heartfelt, oddly beautiful and very timely. Simply amazing." - Fallen Star Stories
"I couldn't put this book down ... If you're in a reading slump, this is a great one to get you back into it." - Posies Book Club
"I would recommend this book to anyone who likes aliens mystery and adventure because this book has lots of hidden secrets." - Bot's Bookshelf
"Since most readers will be humans, they'll quickly connect with and root for the victims in this book." - YA Books Central
"There are many social issues addressed here, but deep down this is an action/adventure/sci-fi story with twist and turns that raises interesting questions, and emphasizes interpersonal relationships." - Puget Sound Council for Reviewing Children's and Young Adult Literature
"This is a great book for students who enjoy a little science fiction, action, and some drama thrown into the mix." - NetGalley Educator
"This book is such a great concept! I loved everything about it. In fact- I didn't want it to end. I want to know more and have so many questions." - NetGalley Educator, 5 star review "This is a book I would recommend to teachers and librarians teaching specifically the genre of science fiction. It asks the big moral and ethical questions that science fiction traditionally asks of its readers in a story that is accessible to middle grade readers." - NetGalley Librarian
"It was really well done!" - NetGalley Reviewer
PRAISE FOR BUMPFIZZLE THE BEST ON PLANET EARTH
'Forde's inventive wordsmithing and her instinct for the ridiculous will have kids in stitches.' - The New York Times
'... his purportedly extraterrestrial perspective and bombastic voice propel this tongue-in-cheek misadventure.' - Publishers Weekly
PRAISE FOR THE LIST
'[A] gripping postapocalyptic thriller... It is a well-crafted page-turner, as well as a compelling commentary on censorship and the role of language, while also inviting discussion about what distinguishes humans from animals. For dystopian fiction aficionados, this well-paced entry offers plenty of food for thought.' -- School Library Journal
'Forde's pacing and characterization are compelling... An intriguing speculation about authoritarian futures with a terrific cover.'-- Kirkus Reviews
