"Don't get me wrong...I love it here on Earth.
I mean, you're only a one-star planet on Galaxy
Advisor, but you've timed your rotation around
the sun to match your calendar year. Unheard of!
Plus, you have penguins, and they're so cute..."
There is no imagination among the inhabitants of Vega. In fact, on that planet everyone is named Nate. All is well with the state of their planet until they discover Voyager I, which has been sent from Earth to share information about Earth with whoever happens to find it. The presence of a pizza, forgotten on board, creates a huge problem for the Vegans. They want more; to that end, they send Nate to bring pizza back to Vega.
Upon arrival, Nate meets Fazel who helps protect him from the 'suits' who are in pursuit of him. In doing so, Fazel also helps Nate learn about Earth, and more importantly, about pizza which is Nate's mission. After plenty of taste testing, Nate participates in the controversial conversation over pineapple on a pizza. As his time on Earth comes to an end, Nate needs Fazel and his friends to help with fixing his spaceship, so he can return home with the secret of the pizza the Vegans covet. It's a great premise for young readers interested in the graphic novel story forma ... lots of dialogue, plenty of adventurous action, and learning more than was ever expected.
The illustrations are filled with expression, as well as humorous questions and opinions that come from Nate's time spent with Fazel. Nate's take on the humans he meets are formed by knowing those who love pizza, the noises humans make, and their ability to create the food he wants to take home with him. Here's to energetic adventure, silly escapades, and PIZZA ... lots of pizza!
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