Aoléon and Gilbert receive a special mission from PAX, a wanted criminal and leader of the Martian resistance movement to investigate the Luminon of Mars, who he suspects is planning an invasion of Earth to steal its milk cows. Gilbert has an encounter with the Luminess (the mate of the Luminon) and discovers something strange about her during a procession, and the duo are chased by the Royal Paladin Guard.
At Aoléon’s home, Gilbert meets Aoléon’s family, her sister Una, mother Phobos and father Deimos as well as her overzealous pet Zoot. He is also introduced to Bizwat, a covert operator and Procyon Commando, who uses his Saturn Pizza delivery job as a cover.
Gilbert then gets to visit the Martian Space Academy (Aoléon’s school) where he encounters Aoléon’s nemesis, Charm Lepton and her friend Quarkina, as well as receiving a history lesson on the Martian people by Plutarch Xenocrates. After class, Gilbert and Aoléon get to train in zero-G and Gilbert is treated to a Psi-ball match between Martian Space Academy and Martian Science Academy.
Author
Mr. LeVasseur enjoys crafting good stories based on lovable characters designed to translate well to multiple media formats such as books, games, movies, and toys. He lives in New York when he is not commuting between Southern California and Olympus Mons, Mars. His hobbies include writing, 3D animation, musical composition, and intergalactic space travel. He also enjoys various sports such as skiing, running, and exospheric skydiving.
My Review
Aoleon the Martian Girl – Part 2 The Luminess of Mars by Brent LeVasseur
5 stars
The story starts with Aoleon and Gilbert meet Luminess, the mate to the Martian leader Lumion, which leads Gilbert to a strange experience, a vision, and being chased by the Royal Paladin Guards. When they meet Aoleon’s friend Bizwat, Aoleon tells him how they have been asked to check into Lumion. Bizwat tell both of them about the loss of bovars, Martian cows that have disappeared. He then warns both Aoleon and Gilbert to be careful in their investigation.
Aoleon and Gilbert are exploring Mars and what a typical day as a Martian student is like. Although Aoleon tried to disguise Gilbert, with everyone being telepathic it seems that it was pointless. It is also a little challenging for Gilbert to know that others can read his mind but it does take learning to new levels. Gilbert learns more about Aoleon’s friends and the girls that are giving her a hard time just like any school. He also gets to watch the big psi-ball match that Aoelon is about to participate in.
I really love this story. Gilbert is having a great adventure on Mars and learning so much. I am curious about Luminess but we don’t see much of that except from the beginning of the story. I love how even through Aoleon is a Martian she has pretty much the same school experience as anyone on Earth. Plus I love all the illustrations. They really make the story come to life.
I can’t wait to see what is going to happen in the next book. Make sure to add this series to your bookshelf. It’s good for middle grade readers all the way up to adults. I really think anyone will like it.
I received this book for free in exchange for an honest review.
For more information on the Aoleon Series or to purchase Part 1 or 2, be sure to check out Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Goodreads or Brent LeVasseur’s website.
I would like to thank Laura at iRead Book Tours for letting me take place in this tour and for the chance to review Aoleon the Martian Girl Part 2: The Luminess of Mars.
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