The Dark Side of the Moon. Jeramey Kraatz

      

      

      First published in the USA by HarperCollins Children’s Books, a division of HarperCollinsPublishers in 2018

      Published simultaneously in Great Britain by HarperCollins Children’s Books in 2018

      Published in this ebook edition in 2018

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      Text copyright © Full Fathom Five, LLC 2018

      Cover illustration © Jacey 2018

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      Source ISBN: 9780008226435

      Ebook Edition © December 2017 ISBN: 9780008226442

      Version: 2017-12-19

       For the stargazers

      Contents

       Cover

       Title Page

       Copyright

       Dedication

      Attention 2085 EW-SCAB Winners

      Chapter 1

      Chapter 2

      Chapter 3

      Chapter 4

Chapter 5

Chapter 6

Chapter 7

       Chapter 8

       Chapter 9

       Chapter 10

       Chapter 11

       Chapter 12

       Chapter 13

       Chapter 14

       Chapter 15

       Chapter 16

       Chapter 17

       Chapter 18

       Chapter 19

       Chapter 20

       Chapter 21

       Chapter 22

       Chapter 23

       Chapter 24

       Chapter 25

       Chapter 26

       Chapter 27

       Chapter 28

       Chapter 29

       Chapter 30

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       About the Publisher

       Attention 2085 EW-SCAB Winners:

      While the threat of the alien asteroid storm headed for Earth has been overcome, thanks to the bravery of the newly minted Moon Platoon, the Pit Crew and Elijah West, I know you are all still filled with questions and concerns. As such, I’d like to update you regarding our current situation and how it impacts on your stay at the Lunar Taj.

      All group activities are temporarily suspended until further notice. Due to the high level of alert we’re under, it is requested that all guests at the Lunar Taj stay within the confines of the Grand Dome and the underground bunker. But that doesn’t mean there’s nothing to do! The “video game room”, as many of you call it, is open and equipped with a catalogue of immersive gaming experiences for you to enjoy at your leisure. And don’t forget that your HoloTeks are also packed with custom programs that allow you to design your own Space Runners, holographic racetracks and space suits. Also, please continue to meet in the common rooms on your floor! The best thing we can do in this time of stress is support one another. Remember, whether you flew out into space this morning or sought shelter underground, you are a united force – you are all part of the Moon Platoon.

      Meals will continue to be served three times a day both above and below ground, with selected snacks available in the kitchen at all times. Thanks to the Taj’s state-of-the-art gardening and food-storage systems, I promise no one here is going to go hungry. If anyone is interested in seeing how my computerised kitchen functions and manages to feed countless guests, I’d be happy to give you a personal demonstration (bonus dessert!) at any time.

      Your safety is my highest priority here at the Lunar Taj. Despite recent events, please rest assured that this resort remains perhaps the safest place in our solar system. With that in mind, please understand that your trip back to Earth will be delayed until we can ensure the voyage is one hundred per cent safe. I know many of you wish to be in contact with your loved ones at this time. Re-establishing communications with our home planet is a top priority.

      For everyone who has asked about Elijah West, please let me clear a few things up. Yes, Elijah was taken aboard the alien mother ship that we encountered this morning. Yes, there was an explosion. But – and I say this as the person who perhaps knows Elijah West better than anyone in the universe – I have faith that he will be back at the Lunar Taj as soon as possible.

      And, as always, I am available to address any questions or concerns you may have. Just say my name, and I’ll be there.

      On a personal note, I want to say how very proud I am of you – yes, all of you. The Elijah West Scholarship for Courage, Ambition and Brains has always attracted the best and brightest Earth has to offer, and the 2085 winners have proven to be exceptional in ways that Elijah could never have dreamed. You truly are the future of humanity.

      Pinky Weyve

      Lunar Taj intelligence and executive assistant to Mr West