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Leeta Simtar—A Life on Two Planets

(The Unauthorized Biography)

A novel by Annie Fox

“. . . Fox’s novel tells a richly told story of going rogue. A rousing tale about a young woman coming to terms with an unresolved past.”—Kirkus Reviews (“Verdict: Get It”)

For fans of Alechia Dow and Pittacus Lore comes Leeta Simtar: A Life on Two Planets—the latest book from young adult author Annie Fox about an interspecies hybrid looking to find herself on a new planet.

A coming-of-age story that explores the meaning of birth family and found family, Leeta Simtar shows readers how breaking out of the past can help us figure out where we’re going next.

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Synopsis

Leeta Simtar isn’t the only interspecies hybrid on the planet Fure, though she is, without a doubt, noticeably different from all the others. Not only is she impossibly tall and wildly unpredictable, she leads with her feelings, in contrast to everyone else’s steady calm and logical demeanor. When Leeta’s offended, she rages and attacks. When something touches her deeply, she gushes and weeps.  No wonder she has always believed something’s wrong with her, because clearly, she doesn’t belong on Fure.

When Leeta suddenly finds out that what she’s believed about herself is a lie, she is more than ready to discover the truth. Since no one on Fure is talking, her only hope is to go rogue and find her own answers. She travels forty light years in search of others like herself—assuming there are others.

With just eight days to unearth her origin story, Leeta follows clues that lead her across time and space hoping to find where she truly belongs. Readers of young adult science fiction, speculative/what-if fiction, and coming-of-age stories will connect to Leeta’s intergalactic adventure. They’ll be rooting for her to get what she needs,  whether that means returning to Fure armed with the truth, staying in a far away place with her new found family, or finding home within her own heart.

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by Annie Fox | Narrated by Maria Marquis

Reviews

“. . . Fox’s novel tells a richly told story of going rogue. A rousing tale about a young woman coming to terms with an unresolved past.”

—Kirkus Reviews (“Verdict: Get It”)

“A thrilling sci-fi journey about unexpected connections, the power of friendship, and finding your place in the world. If you love coming-of-age stories, this one’s for you!”

—Carol Anne Shaw, Author Of the Peculiar Language of Llamas

“A stunning YA sci-fi novel . . . Leeta is in my soul, and when I look up at the night sky and see those shining stars, she’ll be there in my mind.”

—@beths_bookblog

“. . . a fantastic ride that combines deep emotional exploration with thrilling sci-fi adventure.”

—@booktokwoman

“The author really made me feel things that Leeta felt, often times I would find myself with tears in my eyes wanting desperately to hug her.”

—@kahlanamnellrahl

“When I first sat down with Leeta Simtar I was unsure what to expect. What I got was a story I wished had been written years ago, so I could have read it while still a teen myself.”

—@ianmalcolm

“This coming-of-age sci-fi adventure was such a fun read.”

—@brehellyer

“[Leeta] is a character I would love to follow on more journeys and would be very interested to spend more time on her home planet. Five stars!”

—@brandi_PinkDiscoBall

“. . . a brilliant mix of sci-fi, heartfelt love story, and deep thoughts about life. It reminds us that even in a world full of uncertainty, there’s always a spark of kindness and strength within us.”

—Mary Ugbodaga, Goodreads

“Another 5-star book by the amazing Annie Fox.”

—@basic_book_girl

“The book beautifully explores the idea of belonging, not just on alien planets but here on Earth—It’s a total page-turner, and I couldn’t put it down. If you love YA, human-istic sci-fi, coming-of-age stories, this one is definitely for you. Highly recommended!”

—@aminiholmesliz

“Leeta provides a great lesson on self-acceptance and self-love. Would love to see a follow up story in the future.”

—@actoybooks

“Who doesn’t love road trip vibes, main characters that make you laugh out loud, and found family?”

—@kendra_is_bookish

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Book Club Material

Here are two PDFs you can download to help your book club/reading group get more enjoyment from Leeta Simtar: A Life on Two Planets:

  1. Reading Group Guide which includes suggested questions intended to help your group find interesting angles and topics for discussion. Download here»
  2. Author Q&A which includes eight questions for Annie Fox and her answers. Download here»