Science Fiction fans take a look here! The True Meaning of Smekday by Adam Rex is an incredible example of great science fiction and fantasy. March 3, 2013 will always be a very special day for 8th grader, Gratuity Tucci. This is "moving day." All human citizens of the world are to meet at special pods to be moved to human camps. Aliens known as The Boov have taken over the world and believe humans should all live together in small camps.
Gratuity's mother left a few days earlier and Gratuity hasn't heard from her since. The last image Gratuity has of her mother was glowing spot on her mother's neck. Instead of boarding a pod, Gratuity believes she needs to look for her mother. She finds an old, beat up car (that flies) and begins driving to Disney World. She and her mother had visited it recently and it is a special place for them both. Along the way, Gratuity meets a very nice Boov who is running away too. The two pair up for their adventure. Along the way, they find secret hidden passages under Disney World, join of runaways, drive across country and begin a galactic Civil War.
The book is long but a lot of fun. It is a quick page-turner. This is an outstanding story for anyone who has been across country or getting ready to go. Also, great for those who simply love Science Fiction.
