Voyagers By Dj Machale
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A global competition is under way to determine who will join the secret mission that might just save us all. The Voyagers will venture to the far reaches of space, farther than anyone’s ever gone before, and they must be prepared to face anything. But first the Voyagers team needs to be chosen. A global competition is under way to determine who will join the secret mission that might just save us all. The Voyagers will venture to the far reaches of space, farther than anyone’s ever gone before, and they must be prepared to face anything. But first the Voyagers team needs to be chosen.
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(Voyagers #1)
#1 New York Times bestseller D. J. MacHale launches this part sci-fi, all action adventure, multiplatform series.
Earth is about to go dark. Without a new power source, life as we know it will be toast. A global competition is under way to determine which four kids will join the secret mission that might just save us all. Project Alpha is a contest of physical challenges,..more
Earth is about to go dark. Without a new power source, life as we know it will be toast. A global competition is under way to determine which four kids will join the secret mission that might just save us all. Project Alpha is a contest of physical challenges,..more
Published September 1st 2015 by Random House Books for Young Readers (first published July 7th 2015)
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Sep 11, 2017Leslie rated it did not like it · review of another edition
1* for the audiobook edition as the narration was good; 0.5* for the book itself
This review probably contains spoilers
Let me preface my comments on this book by saying that I am a reader who has a well-developed ability to suspend disbelief. I can accept (or indeed not even notice) unlikely coincidences and improbabilities while reading if the story is exciting, though they might bother me afterwards if they are too blatant. However, MacHale stretched my disbelief to the breaking point starting..more
This review probably contains spoilers
Let me preface my comments on this book by saying that I am a reader who has a well-developed ability to suspend disbelief. I can accept (or indeed not even notice) unlikely coincidences and improbabilities while reading if the story is exciting, though they might bother me afterwards if they are too blatant. However, MacHale stretched my disbelief to the breaking point starting..more
Jun 15, 2015Ms. Yingling rated it liked it · review of another edition
E ARC from Netgalley.com
Apologies for the rambling, but this really reminded me of my Trekker days!
The Earth is so desperate for fuel that there is an eight hour long mandatory black out every night, but there has been a discovery. There is a way to get fuel from outer space, but because of the dangers involved in the space travel, only four children 12 and under can be sent. There is a competition, headed up by Commander Phillips, and eight children compete. Dash Conroy is the brilliant protago..more
Apologies for the rambling, but this really reminded me of my Trekker days!
The Earth is so desperate for fuel that there is an eight hour long mandatory black out every night, but there has been a discovery. There is a way to get fuel from outer space, but because of the dangers involved in the space travel, only four children 12 and under can be sent. There is a competition, headed up by Commander Phillips, and eight children compete. Dash Conroy is the brilliant protago..more
This book is about 4 kids trying to save the Earth From a power shortage. I have to admit it started out pretty weird because it actually started in the future. I felt really excited about reading this book because it started to get very suspenseful during the end. I won't put any spoilers, but if you are interested in adventure and action I would recommend this book highly!
A solid 4 stars. This book is a pretty solid middle grade book, although it reads young for sure. But overall good and a fun read. I'm excited to read more in the series. Although I hope the action isn't quite so predictable from here with the whole 'video game' feel to things and the mission.
Nov 28, 2015Jaina Rose rated it really liked it
This review is also available on my blog, Read Till Dawn.
I've had my eye on this series for a while, ever since Patrick Carman (creator of the series) announced it on his website. How could I not be intrigued by a series that resembled the 39 Clues franchise in format, featured books written by some of my favorite authors (Patrick Carman, Wendy Mass, Jeanne DuPrau), and had a cool sci-fi premise to boot? So when I saw on Bloglovin that Ms. Yingling Reads was reviewing the second Voyagers book, I..more
Sep 24, 2015I've had my eye on this series for a while, ever since Patrick Carman (creator of the series) announced it on his website. How could I not be intrigued by a series that resembled the 39 Clues franchise in format, featured books written by some of my favorite authors (Patrick Carman, Wendy Mass, Jeanne DuPrau), and had a cool sci-fi premise to boot? So when I saw on Bloglovin that Ms. Yingling Reads was reviewing the second Voyagers book, I..more
Annette rated it really liked it Shelves: creatures, robots, multi-platform, challenges, science-fiction, middle-grades, space-ship, outer-space
The VOYAGERS series is a multi-platform experience including books, an app, and a website filled with engaging activities.
Each book in this science fiction series is written by a different author. The first title, PROJECT ALPHA by D.H. Hale features four children battling against a wide array of creatures to become part of an elite team that will be sent into space to help save the world. The books contain attractive graphics and cool coded symbols to engage readers.
The Voyagers website contains..more
Each book in this science fiction series is written by a different author. The first title, PROJECT ALPHA by D.H. Hale features four children battling against a wide array of creatures to become part of an elite team that will be sent into space to help save the world. The books contain attractive graphics and cool coded symbols to engage readers.
The Voyagers website contains..more
Jun 01, 2016Thomas Norstein rated it really liked it
(This is how I'll start my review)
Eight finalists have been chosen. Only four will win the chance to voyage to the far end of the galaxy and back. And I will be their guide.
STEAM 6000 is so cute!
Earth is in need of energy. In around 10 years, it could be complete darkness. Within a century, the planet would run out of fossil fuels. Project Alpha is a test to find four teens that will save the energy crisis back on earth, by traveling across the galaxy to six different planets. Planet J-16 is vis..more
Eight finalists have been chosen. Only four will win the chance to voyage to the far end of the galaxy and back. And I will be their guide.
STEAM 6000 is so cute!
Earth is in need of energy. In around 10 years, it could be complete darkness. Within a century, the planet would run out of fossil fuels. Project Alpha is a test to find four teens that will save the energy crisis back on earth, by traveling across the galaxy to six different planets. Planet J-16 is vis..more
My name is Dash. Earth must discover a new energy source, because all fossil fuels will soon be gone. I was chosen to lead a crew of other kids to planet J-16 where we'll return with the Source, a new form of energy. Mr. Phillips told me that I might die during the trip, but I suspect there are even worse things he's still not saying. Why would our training include holograms of dinosaurs and giant snow creatures? My questions are answered once we arrive at the planet, and we are informed the mis..more
Dec 07, 2018Violet SinclairVoyagers By Dj Machale Movie
rated it really liked it Shelves: wishlist, action-adventure, audiobook, sci-fi
UPDATE: I've read it twice now and I found it much better the second time, however these opinions still stand.
I’ll admit..I was kind of disappointed by this one.
Look, I was so excited to read these. They reminded me of my 39 CLUES days and it was this cool sci-fi story, and I was like, “Heck yeah, spoon feed it to me.”
And I was just disappointed with this first book - and I have two specific reasons why:
1) The scene where the characters were introduced felt like a meet and greet.
What do I mean..more
Jun 12, 2015J rated it really liked itI’ll admit..I was kind of disappointed by this one.
Look, I was so excited to read these. They reminded me of my 39 CLUES days and it was this cool sci-fi story, and I was like, “Heck yeah, spoon feed it to me.”
And I was just disappointed with this first book - and I have two specific reasons why:
1) The scene where the characters were introduced felt like a meet and greet.
What do I mean..more
Shelves: middle-grade, arc, amvi, science-fiction
Voyagers: Project Alpha is a pretty good middle grade sci-fi adventure story. While this is just the first of what will be 6 books released over the course of a year, D.J. MacHale does a good job of setting the scene and setting up future events for the authors to follow. It's a bit like 39 Clues but as a space adventure with a hint of mystery and plenty of chapters ending in suspense. The premise is fairly simple: a group of kids must find a power source to save the Earth which is running out o..more
Dec 11, 2015Erik This Kid Reviews Books rated it it was amazing
D.J. McHale sets the pace for this series in the first book. This was an engaging story. I really got hooked into the story and the characters were fun to read about. I like how the book has an environmental theme, and found the current Earth in the book (which is at an unspecified time period) a good reminder about where we will end up after a period of time. Not only that, but the fact that space exploration is a very near, very possible event. The book is really well-written, the story is set..more
I won this book through Goodreads and agreed to give an honest review. All I can say is I'm going to enter for every YA I can and hope I get the next book! I may become a YA lover. Earth has almost exhausted its energy and the people around the globe are forced to endure no lights from dust to dawn. A global competition is underway to select four twelve year old kids to explore the far reaches of outer space to collect unique elements and face the unknown challenges as they would age more slowly..more
4.5 stars.
I was really surprised by this one. I wasn't expecting much when I picked up the advance reader's copy ages ago, which is why it's sat on my stack for so long. But, I needed it for a reading challenge - so I picked it up.
It's not very often that a children's book is able to make a cohesive, interesting sci-fi world. I haven't seen one that I like since The Wrinkle in Time Quintet. And it worked well! I'm excited to read the rest of this series.
I was really surprised by this one. I wasn't expecting much when I picked up the advance reader's copy ages ago, which is why it's sat on my stack for so long. But, I needed it for a reading challenge - so I picked it up.
It's not very often that a children's book is able to make a cohesive, interesting sci-fi world. I haven't seen one that I like since The Wrinkle in Time Quintet. And it worked well! I'm excited to read the rest of this series.
Nov 02, 2016Jessica rated it it was amazing
according to my 5 year old 'my favorite part was when the raptogon got mad and tried to eat Gabriel, Dash, and Piper. That's my favorite part because they knocked the raptogon down and got the tooth.'
Sep 13, 2017Rivera Kids rated it did not like it · review of another edition
Haven't read yet but going to give a better review of the book. 👍👌
Aug 08, 2015Yapha rated it liked it
I can see this becoming a very popular series, especially when the online game component goes live. Recommended for grades 3-5.
ARC provided by publisher.
ARC provided by publisher.
This is very easy to read and the story was enjoyable! I recommend it!
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Apr 24, 2018Stephanie Croaning rated it liked it
Voyagers By Dj Machale Full
The first book in a series about four teens who must save the world.
Chapter book, fiction
Interest level: grades 4-6
YHBA 2017-2018 intermediate grade nominee
3 out of 5 stars
The plot of this series is something that will really appeal to upper elementary age readers. It features four teen protagonists, space travel, puzzles, adventure, and a lot of suspense. It falls within the realm of dystopian fiction, set in the bleak future where the earth is about to run out of fossil fuel.
Project Alpha is..more
Feb 21, 2018Chandler Jechura rated it it was okChapter book, fiction
Interest level: grades 4-6
YHBA 2017-2018 intermediate grade nominee
3 out of 5 stars
The plot of this series is something that will really appeal to upper elementary age readers. It features four teen protagonists, space travel, puzzles, adventure, and a lot of suspense. It falls within the realm of dystopian fiction, set in the bleak future where the earth is about to run out of fossil fuel.
Project Alpha is..more
Shelves: books-for-boys, audiobook, sci-fi, middle-grade
This is one of my forays into Middle Grade fiction in some time. I decided to do this because I noticed that of all my middle grade books usually consist of either stuff written by Rick Riordan, or Harry Potter. To remedy this, I’ve decided to begin reading books by other authors that a middle school student may find interesting.
Enter Project Alpha, a book that not only is an okay story, but also has the knack of working with an app to bring you a multidimensional story. While I didn’t try and..more
Enter Project Alpha, a book that not only is an okay story, but also has the knack of working with an app to bring you a multidimensional story. While I didn’t try and..more
Jul 21, 2019AMY rated it it was amazing
219 pgs. This is a sci-fi/adventure kind of series. There are 8 kids competing to be on a team that would help save the world and find a new energy source for earth. There is a lot of drama and lots of tests to see if they are up for the task. Once the team is chosen, the plot continues and we get to know the characters better. The kid characters are 12 years old but I think elementary kids would enjoy this series. I really liked the twist at the end and now I can’t wait to read the next book. T..more
3.5 *
This book is everything that I expected it to be. It's a short crazy space oddity where a group of 4 kids are expected to save the earth and the future of the human race. This book is in the vein of 39 Clues where each book is written by a different author, each leaving their own perspective. D. J. MacHale has done a great job setting up the series and getting things underway. I can not wait to see how the series progresses. I am glad it’s only 6 books.
This book is everything that I expected it to be. It's a short crazy space oddity where a group of 4 kids are expected to save the earth and the future of the human race. This book is in the vein of 39 Clues where each book is written by a different author, each leaving their own perspective. D. J. MacHale has done a great job setting up the series and getting things underway. I can not wait to see how the series progresses. I am glad it’s only 6 books.
Jul 31, 2018Lauren rated it really liked it
This is a fun series with a lot of adventure. The first book revolves around selecting the team. Good book with inclusion of others, and disabilities don't mean someone isn't worth having on your team.
If you have students looking for sci-fi books as part of their genre exploration, this series is a good series to suggest.
If you have students looking for sci-fi books as part of their genre exploration, this series is a good series to suggest.
OMG! This book is amazing. D.J. MacHale transported me to another world as I read this. I truly felt like I was one of the contestants. I love space, and I would totally do what the characters are doing in this book. This is what I dream about, in a book. I feel that I am Dash, in another life. I can't wait to start book 2!
This book was a great start to the series. Giving background information on each character while the characters were competing in challenges. Also with some twists and humor. The book ended on a good note with a surprise waiting.
Apr 09, 2018Amanda rated it really liked it
3.5
If I was 12 this probably would have been an amazing book. There are some small things that I found hard to swallow. Mostly how mature and self sufficient these CHILDREN are lol. Overall this was a fun quick read with a decent plot and I am looking forward to the next in the series.
Oct 24, 2016Benjamin rated it liked itIf I was 12 this probably would have been an amazing book. There are some small things that I found hard to swallow. Mostly how mature and self sufficient these CHILDREN are lol. Overall this was a fun quick read with a decent plot and I am looking forward to the next in the series.
Shelves: done, badge-book
project alpha is a book were the world is dying and is low on enerjey so 4 kid are sent to save it they go throww realy intins challnges and our tested and finilly they take of. i'd sugusrt it for 9-11 year olds
I would recommend this book to any one who likes the sifi gnera. In this book 8 kids go to area 51 to be tested for project alpha, a mission that will save the world from going dark forever, and only four of them will get to go on the mission, the other four will return home.
Aug 06, 2017Stacy Mozer rated it really liked it
Voyagers is the first book in a science fiction series about a group of kids that compete to go on a space mission to save the world. The story is told from close third person in multiple points of view. There are surprises at every turn. I am looking forward to reading the rest of the series.
Project of the by DJ Macau is very good at writing and but it was slow at first and then it got very action-packed at the End plus it's very short.
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D.J. MacHale is a writer, director, executive producer and creator of several popular television series and movies.
He was raised in Greenwich, CT and graduated from Greenwich High School. While in school, he had several jobs including collecting eggs at a poultry farm, engraving sports trophies and washing dishes in a steakhouse..in between playing football and running track. D.J. then attended N..more
He was raised in Greenwich, CT and graduated from Greenwich High School. While in school, he had several jobs including collecting eggs at a poultry farm, engraving sports trophies and washing dishes in a steakhouse..in between playing football and running track. D.J. then attended N..more
Voyagers(6 books)
MacHale at the 2016 Texas Book Festival | |
| Born | Donald James MacHale March 11, 1955 (age 64) Greenwich, Connecticut |
|---|---|
| Occupation | Writer and director |
| Nationality | United States |
| Alma mater | New York University |
| Notable works | Pendragon; Morpheus Road |
| Notable awards | CableACE Award; Gemini Award |
Donald James 'D.J.' MacHale (born March 11, 1956) is an American writer, director, and executive producer. He has been affiliated with shows such as Are You Afraid of the Dark?, Flight 29 Down and Seasonal Differences.[1] MacHale is also the author of the popular young adult book series, Pendragon and Morpheus Road.[2]
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Early life[edit]
Donald James MacHale was born on March 11, 1955 in Greenwich, Connecticut. While in school, he had several jobs including collecting eggs at a poultry farm, engraving sports trophies and washing dishes in a steakhouse, in between playing football and running track.
Upon graduation, MacHale attended New York University and graduated with a BFA in film production. He never enjoyed writing[3] until college, where his screenwriting teacher (Pat Cooper) changed his outlook.[4]
Awards[edit]
MacHale won the CableACE Award for his series Chris Cross and the Gemini Award for Are you Afraid of the Dark?[5]
Finished Works[edit]
- ABC Afterschool Special (TV Series)
- Are You Afraid of the Dark? (TV Series)
- The Tale of Cutter's Treasure (Movie)
- The Tale of the Dangerous Soup (Movie)
- Tower of Terror' (Movie)
- Flight 29 Down (TV Series)
- Seasonal Differences (TV Series)
- Ghostwriter (TV Series)
- Encyclopedia Brown, Boy Detective (Movie Series)
- Pendragon: Journal of an Adventure Through Time and Space (Book Series)
- East of the Sun and West of the Moon (Penned Adaptation)
- Chris Cross (TV Series)
- The Guide to the Territories of Halla, (2005): provides information about The Pendragon Adventure book series up to book five, Black Water including the era, land mass, events, currency, and recreation.
- Morpheus Road (Book Series)
- The Monster Princess (Picture Book)
- SYLO, STORM, and STRIKE
- The Library
- Voyagers (book series)
Voyagers By Dj Mchale Songs
References[edit]
- ^Journal of an Adventure through Time and SpaceArchived 2015-03-13 at the Wayback Machine, thependragonadventure.com; accessed August 2, 2017.
- ^D.J. MacHale biography, simonsays.com; accessed August 2, 2017.
- ^Frequently asked questions about D.J.Archived 2011-07-17 at the Wayback Machine, thependragonadventure.com; accessed August 2, 2017.
- ^Powells.com Ink Q&A - D. J. MacHaleArchived 2008-01-08 at the Wayback Machine, powells.com; accessed August 2, 2017.
- ^D.J. MacHale profile, imdb.com; accessed August 2, 2017.
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