We're Not from Here
by Geoff Rodkey
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7.8
VerdictRecommended
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Book Summary
After humanity leaves a devastated Earth, Lan and their family arrive as refugees on the planet Choom, where the ruling alien species considers humans too violent to admit. Given a brief probationary trial, Lan's family must navigate alien prejudice, culture shock, and strict rules to prove that humanity is worth saving through empathy, humor, and music.
ALIGNMYREAD RECOMMENDATION
“A funny and thoughtful middle-grade science fiction novel well-suited for young readers and families. While secular, its core messages of hospitality, peacemaking, and loving the stranger align closely with biblical principles.”
Biblical alignment
- —Promotes peaceful conflict resolution, empathy, and overcoming prejudice toward 'outsiders'
- —Demonstrates strong family loyalty, cooperation, and sacrifice under intense pressure
- —Highlights the power of joy, humor, and creative arts to soften hearts and build bridges across deep cultural divides
- —Encourages readers to reflect on how refugees and strangers are treated with dignity and compassion
Areas of concern
- —Presents a secular worldview with no spiritual or religious framework
- —Earth is portrayed as having been destroyed through human conflict and environmental failure, which carries a somber backdrop for younger readers
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