Yes, this book is by the daughter of Stephen Hawking. It is the first in a series of books about George, his friend Annie, her father Eric, and Cosmos, the most powerful computer in the world. The story is realistic fantasy as they will travel through space through the computer's portal. This allows the reader to learn facts and concepts about space and physics. The story also includes a "bad guy" and some bullies. It's slightly reminiscent of Harry Potter even though it's totally different. The illustrations really struck me as the first illustration of George is a black and white pencil drawing of a slender boy with spiky hair and a small scarf around his neck. I felt deja vu and didn't know if it was a nod to Le Petit Prince or Dr. Who. (The astronaut picture on the cover made me think of Curious George)
As a bonus, this book is filled with side bars of facts about the sun, stars, planets, mass, and much more. There are also full color photos of planets, nebulas, and galaxies. Any kid who loves facts and stories will be thrilled by what they can get in this book. ....and this is only book 1. There are sequels! Science kids will love it.
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