Book details
Opposite Identicals
Description
Opposite Identicals is an upper middle grade novel set in the very near future - a time when climate change has irreversibly altered our planet and lifestyles. Nova and Joule are fourteen-year old twins whose scientist parents have recently uprooted the family from their urban home and moved to the country on a year-long research assignment, studying the effects of GMO 'SuperCrop' farming on the environment in the final regulatory phase before global expansion. Surrounded by nature and quiet, open spaces, shy, bookish Nova is in heaven. But Joule - whose life's ambition is to be famous and reach a million Hollagram followers - is desperate to escape. One day, Joule gets her wish, although not in a way anyone ever expected. In an instant, she's gone - swallowed up by a mysterious sinkhole under her bedroom floor. Suddenly twinless, Nova is forced to step in and lead the search for her missing sister. But can she face her fears and figure out what caused the sinkhole in time to save Joule? Told from alternating points of view, it's a fantastical adventure about overcoming obstacles, self-discovery, and environmental awareness.
Age
9-12
Text complexity
proficient
Length
176 pages
Why to read
- The book offers a unique perspective on the theme of duality and how contrasting characters navigate their differences.
- Deborah Kerbel is known for her compelling writing style that draws readers into the story from the very first page.
- The novel's plot is filled with unexpected twists that keep readers engaged and eager to see what happens next.
- It explores deep themes such as identity, self-discovery, and the complexity of human relationships, making it a thought-provoking read.