89 pages • 2 hours read
Geoff RodkeyWe're Not from Here
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2019A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
We're Not from Here by Geoff Rodkey is a middle-grade science fiction novel about Lan Mifune, a young human, and their family as they navigate discrimination after humans migrate to the alien planet Choom, following Earth's destruction due to radiation. Lan’s family faces hostility from the native Zhuri species, who fear human emotions will disrupt their peace, but Lan and Ila work to show their positive cultural influences. Themes of societal tension and blame regarding violent tendencies are present.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Geoff Rodkey's We're Not from Here is praised for its humor, engaging plot, and timely themes of immigration and xenophobia. Critics highlight its ability to balance entertainment with thought-provoking concepts, making it suitable for a younger audience. However, some feel the character development is lacking and the narrative may oversimplify complex issues.
Who Should Read We're Not from Here?
A reader who enjoys We're Not from Here by Geoff Rodkey is typically aged 8-12 and loves humorous, thought-provoking science fiction. They appreciate themes of immigration and adapting to new cultures, similar to fans of The Wild Robot by Peter Brown and Space Case by Stuart Gibbs.
RecommendedReading Age
10-14yearsLexile Level
740LBook Details
Science-Fiction / Dystopian Fiction
Humor
Action / Adventure
Values/Ideas: Truth & Lies
Emotions/Behavior: Courage
Natural World: Space & The Universe