Chari, Sheela. Extradimensional Reappearance of Mars Patel, The. Mars Patel; bk. 3. Candlewick / Walker, 10/2022. 336pp. Fiction. Trade $18.99. 978-1-5362-0958-7. GRADES 6–9. ADDITIONAL.
Mars Patel returns in his third adventure, having previously traveled to the planet Mars and run into problems on Mars; he is now returning to Earth, where events quickly evolve in unexpected directions. Readers who are new to the series will need a little time to understand the backstory, which will generally make sense by the end of the book. This fast-paced story features a diverse group of teenagers (different ethnicities, physical abilities, and gender identities), along with the main cast of teens who can outsmart any tricky situation. These unexpected situations might seem weird to the reader, but reveal a fascinating science fiction story.
Joshua Rees—Daly City Public Library