Twelve-year-old twins Zane and Finola, together with their mum, crash-land on Earth from the planet Sevent. The three are following Dad and are desperate for them all to be together again. The twins have to remain hidden to avoid suspicion as they wait for news, but when cryptic messages are received from Dad, they must break cover and venture out into the world to discover their meaning and have a chance of reuniting their family.

'It's an interesting and different story with some great messages on how we treat others and I'm now curious to find out what happens next for the twins and their mum.' - Strawberry Post 'This was a wonderful story that would be perfect for young readers who have just started to read independently.' - Blue Fairy Bugs Books 'An exciting middle grade adventure with a unique mystery that will intrigue science fiction fans.' - Anita Loughrey 'Anyone with young readers give this book a look.' - Read with Samantha 'Lots of action, lots of intrigue and mystery. A great read.' - Bianca Reads Books 'As a mum, reading this with my daughter, I liked that it covers key themes such as empathy, diversity, family, team work and travelling through time/space. A really enjoyable introduction to science fiction for young children.' - Lauren Bookstagram 3 'A great book to read with your children, but also for independent readers.' - Mum of Boys Northeast 'A really enjoyable class read.' - SB, English 4-11 -- Publisher: Graffeg

Ann Bryant is a writer with several internationally successful series from Cafe Club to Ballerina Dreams. She also writes in the field of music education. Ann is often invited to schools in the UK and abroad to give presentations and workshops. The Searchlight series is her first publication with Graffeg.