An illustrated introduction to meteor showers that explains the differences between a meteor and shooting star, how meteors travel through the Earth's atmosphere, and related topics.
Simple text and photographs introduce readers to the science behind shooting stars, including what a shooting star is, what makes them visible, and when readers are most likely to see them.
"Eighteen-year-old Tatiana is running from her past and her star-touched powers. Her power to heal may be overshadowed by more destructive abilities. Fleeing the persecution of those like her, Tatiana seeks refuge in a small town she once visited. But this civil haven, in a world where societyhas broken down, is beginning to crumble. Will Tatiana flee or stay and fight for the new life she has built?"--Provided by publisher.