Space hopper - Helen Fisher

THE MOST EXTRAORDINARY DEBUT OF 2021

'I really enjoyed Space Hopper. It's such an unusual, intriguing novel. It's the first in ages that actually *interested* me' Marian Keyes
'A nostalgic, time-travelling romp'The Independent

This is a story about taking a leap of faith
And believing the unbelievable

They say those we love never truly leave us, and I've found that to be true. But not in the way you might expect. In fact, none of this is what you'd expect.

I've been visiting my mother who died when I was eight.
And I'm talking about flesh and blood, tea-and-biscuits-on-the-table visiting here.

Right now, you probably think I'm going mad.
Let me explain

Although Faye is happy with her life, the loss of her mother as a child weighs on her mind even more now that she is a mother herself. So she is amazed when, in an extraordinary turn of events, she finds herself back in her childhood home in the 1970s. Faced with the chance to finally seek answers to her questions - but away from her own family - how much is she willing to give up for another moment with her mother?

Space Hopper isan original and poignant story about mothers, memories and moments that shape life.

Helen Fisher spent her early life in America, but grew up mainly in Suffolk where she now lives with her two children. She studied Psychology at Westminster University and Ergonomics at UCL and worked as a senior evaluator in research at the RNIB. She is now a full-time author.Space Hopperis her first novel. She is currently working on her second novel.

'A magical story of love, loss and the ways that grief changes us forever. I stayed up all night turning pages until I reached its riveting surprise ending. This is a brave and powerful novel that asks big questions about time, memory and whether those we love ever truly leave us. It will touch your heart in these difficult times.'Margo Rabb, author ofKissing in AmericaandCures for Heartbreak

'A lovely, deeply moving story of loss and love and memory made real. The sort of book that makes you feel the tenderness of joy restored, and the tearing pain of a choice between the two halves of your heart.'Diana Gabaldon, author ofOutlander

'A warm, witty, wholehearted glimpse inside a parallel universe. Genuine and touching... a delight.'Booklist

'Enchanting… Fisher's achingly authentic characters leap off the page and capture readers' hearts. This addictive, emotionally heavy page-turner marks a delightful spin on the time travel genre.'Publishers Weekly

'I really enjoyedSpace Hopper. It's such an unusual, intriguing novel... beautiful.'Marian Keyes, author ofGrown Ups

'This story will bounce joyfully through your heart, leaving you with a fresh belief in second chances.'Anstey Harris, author ofWhere We BelongandThe Truths and Triumphs of Grace Atherton

'Tender, mesmerising and original, Space Hopper is a beautifully observed debut told with warmth and luminosity. I devoured it in two sittings.'Lucy Clarke, author ofYou Let Me In