October Sky
Reach for the stars!
By: Homer Hickham
Homer Hickam is teenager whose dream of building a rocket is too vast for Coalwood. He aspires to win the national science fair and work at NASA with his hero Warner Von Braun. Come along his journey as he proves that he is destined to do more than coal mining.
THIS BOOK IS MEANT FOR ALL TYPES OF TEENS!
The Rocket Boys
The rocket boys stayed with Homer throughout his journey. Did they help him achieve his dream? Read the book to find out!!!!
Homer and his rockets
Homer's dream was to send a rocket into space. Will he fail or will he succeed?
Reviews
"A thoroughly charming memoir...[An] eloquent evocation of a lost time and place."
-The New York Times
"A stirring tale that offers something unusual these days...a message of hope in an age of cynicism."
-The San Diego Union- Tribune
Is this book right for you?
This book is one of the greatest books of all times. It is even based on a true story! Did you know that 19 out of 20 teens enjoyed this book?!!! If they liked it then you should too! You will thoroughly enjoy reading this book trust me. It will rocket you out of your seat it is so good! If you don't like reading this book will change your mind!