I was the publicist for title/author. The book was well received and of interest to a select number of journalist. The author conducted interviews to coincide with the release.

Told between two voices, Lewis and Kaya, one from the surface and one from Atlantis. Kaya has been told her whole life that the surface is full of poisoned air and is unable to be visited. Lewis's dad has spent his whole life searching for the lost city of Atlantis. There's a lot of talk about environmental issues and the damage each group has done to the other. When Lewis, his dad, and a teen genius manage to discover Atlantis, instead of being excited about seeing surface dwellers they think they're there to plan a full take over of the city. Through crazy adventures they aren't sure if they're going to make it back to the top, but are able to escape but have to leave Lewis's dad behind. This is the start of a new series and there's definitely more to come from Atlantis.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for giving me a free advanced copy of this book to read and review.

12-year-old Merriweather Lewis Gates' life is full of tsunamis. His academic father insists that Atlantis really exists and it has ostracized him from the scientific community. Meanwhile, many leagues below, in her Atlantean home of Ridge City, 14-year-old Kaya lives with her father and grandmother. She is fascinated with stories about the People of the Sun who live on dry land. When Lewis’ and Kaya’s worlds collide, they form an unlikely alliance. As climate change and pollution poison the sea, they discover that Atlantis is quietly and violently retaliating. The Erasers, a secret Atlantean faction, seek to silence and quell anything to do with the People of the Sun. Can Kaya and Merriweather save Atlantis and Earth? The characters are smart, compelling, quirky, and complex. The plot is full of suspense and adventure. Although the climate change elements in the story may seem heavy for some readers, the humor, science, and adventure will likely make up for it. Fans of science fiction, fantasy, mythology, and adventure will want to pick this one up.

sadly, before i could download this title, netgalley took it off their catalog. that means i can’t review this one. HOWEVER, i will be checking in with my library to see if i can get a copy and review it that way

An interesting take on the Atlantis story as we follow Kaya, a native of Atlantis, as she searches for the Sun People, or the folks living on land. An important environmental message is shared as well.

For children who like adventure and mythology this is a really good book. It uses the myths of Atlantis to not only weave a story full of action and mystery but also touch upon topics such as inclusivity and climate change. which are done with sensitivity and without being overly front and centre.
The central characters are likeable and easy to invest in and the plot moves at a comfortable pace.
I would highly recommend,
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for a copy in exchange for an honest review.

In this new middle grade series, Mone uses the legendary city of Atlantis as a backdrop for a lesson on climate change and pollution, as well as integrity and acceptance. Lewis, the main character, is an imaginative kid with a father caught up in science to the point that he doesn't take into account the feelings of his son. Kind of like Sean Connery's character in the Indiana Jones series when it comes to the Holy Grail, his obsession with Atlantis takes over his world. leaving his family and, sometimes reality, behind. Lewis wants nothing more than to be a part of his father's life. What he finds out when he accidentally travels to Atlantis with him and his partner in science, is that just because he's with his dad doesn't mean his dad is with him. Over and over, the reader will find themselves feeling sorry for Lewis in this struggle, as well as frustrated with his father for his blindness to what is really important. This story has 2 viewpoints, though, as we get to know Kaya, who lives in Atlantis and is fascinated by the Sun People, or those of us who live above the ocean. Kaya has been told all of her life that that world is all a legend, but she is adventurous and daring, and she wants to discover this for herself. Predictably, the two characters meet and end up in a race to get Lewis and his father safely back to our world. Along the way, they are chased and captured, making for an exciting adventure. Readers will enjoy the humorous way Lewis views life, as well as Kaya's strength and loyalty. The ending sets up the next book in the series, and middle grade readers should want to see where the story goes from here. The world-building of Atlantis by Mone is well-thought-out, including research into what a society living in the ocean would have to evolve into for the sake of survival. He goes a step beyond by including a section in the end that addresses this for deeper understanding. For readers of adventure and fantasy, Atlantis: The Accidental Invasion will be a great addition to their reading list.

12-year-old, Merriweather Lewis Gates’ life is riddled with destructive, unrelenting tsunamis. His eccentric, brilliant, academic father has continually insisted that the existence of Atlantis and the Gates family has been ostracized as a result. Meanwhile in her Atlantean home, Ridge City, Kaya lives with her father and grandmother. She is fascinated with the stories of the People of the Sun. The climate change and pollution form the People of the Sun is polluting the waters of Atlantis and the people are revolting. When Kaya and Lewis’ worlds collide, they form an unlikely alliance to bring the two worlds together. The Erasers, a secret Atlantean faction, seeks to silence and stamp out any mention of the People of the Sun. Can the two friends save Atlantis and Earth? Written in alternating point of view, the plot is well-developed and full of twists and turns. The characters are engaging and draw the reader into the story. The action is fast-paced, the technology is interesting and fitting of a futuristic world. The heavy-handed approach to climate change issues, however, may be disconcerting to some young readers. Readers who enjoy books like Percy Jackson, Mr. Lemoncello, fantasy, science fiction, and adventure will enjoy reading this book. 3.5 stars, Grades 5 to 9

This is such a cool Science Fiction take on the story of Atlantis. I particularly loved how at the end the author explained the real science that inspired the story. The explanations of how evolution and climate change would affect the Atlantians were fascinating; it was also incorporated into the story as well but seeing some of the comments from the scientists as well as the author’s explanation of their choices was a great touch. The characters were well written and I enjoyed seeing the relationships between the main characters and their parents, and how this crazy adventure affected those relationships. I also really enjoyed seeing how the sun people experienced the culture shock of actually being in Atlantis. It is a really cool story and I am looking forward to reading more of this series.

I couldn't finish this title. I wanted to like this book, but I had trouble dealing with the main male character. I also felt the pacing of the story was slow.

This was such a fun read! I haven't seen many middle grade books about Atlantis and this was a wonderful surprise. I enjoyed seeing the different POVs throughout the story. The author did a great job describing the different technological advancements in Atlantis. The main characters are silly and engaging. They have the potential to really grow and develop in future books. I think many middle grade readers will find themselves enjoying this book!

A deeply imaginative take on parallel worlds on the same one. Seeking adventure and answers, teens from both worlds collide in what I hope is a long lasting series.

Highly recommend this book to fans who are looking for fantasy outside of the parameters of everyday existence.

This one is great for fans of science fiction! Lewis has spent his life watching his father’s quest to prove that the underseas world of Atlantis does exist. Kaya has spent her life living underseas in Atlantis, fully believing that the People of the Sun are mythical creatures living above the water. Unbeknownst to his father, Lewis tags along one of his father’s experimental underseas expeditions to try to find Atlantis. This leads to an action and adventure packed collision between their two worlds. The chapters alternate between the points of view of the two characters, giving readers insight into both. The underwater world of Atlantis is well imagined and well developed. The book weaves issues related to climate change and its impact on the ocean and its resources into the events of the story in a natural way. I’m looking forward to reading the next book in the series and finding out what’s ahead for Lewis and Kaya!

I can see this book having a lot to offer in upper KS2 and will include it on my website and share with teachers I work with.

Thank you to NetGalley for an e-ARC of Atlantis: The Accidental Invasion by Gregory Mone.
Atlantis: The Accidental Invasion is a middle-grade fantasy novel whose chapters switch between Kayla and Lewis. Creating both a male and female main character makes this book appeal to all readers. Kayla is from Atlantis, is seeking adventure, and wants to learn more about the world above the sea. Lewis, a boy from Earth, is funny, quirky, and impulsive. The unlikely pair meet in Atlantis and have to work together to save Lewis' dad and get them home safely. Filled with action and adventure, Atlantis is a book that will hook readers quickly. Gregory Mone ended the story wrapping up most of the pieces but leaving room for book 2!

I received an electronic ARC from ABRAMS Kids through NetGalley.
What if Atlantis real? Lewis' father has spent much of Lewis's life searching for this answer. He gave up his career, reputation and marriage to continue his research to prove this theory. When the story begins, Lewis sneaks out of his home to go with his father. He hides in the cruiser and doesn't reveal himself until they are back at his father's hidden lab. There danger begins right away with a tsunami warning. His dad is shocked to see him and bundles him into a sub built by the third person there - Hanna, a brilliant teenage engineering student. The three are pulled out to sea and the sub works as designed. They descend to the bottom of the ocean and, are captured by an outpost in Atlantis.
Meanwhile, readers meet Kaya, a teenager in Atlantis who wants to know if the People of the Sun are real. The government discourages such thoughts and makes plain that even sharing information as stories is illegal. Kaya is determined to swim to the surface and see for herself. She travels to the far reaches of Atlantis but before she can leave, she meet up with the three who have been captured. Together with others, she works to hide them and keep them safe. The remainder of the book shares this saga and ends with some of them returning home to the surface and bringing a guest along. Perfect set up for the next book.
Readers will feel they are part of this world as they read about the settings and action. Characters slowly reveal more about themselves and twists continue through the final chapters. Some may figure out a couple of the unidentified connections but will enjoy seeing how they are revealed. A definite must for middle grade libraries.

Atlantis is a fun story that draws upon mythology in a near future world. Two children (one 12, the other 14) like to imagine another world exists, but are still surprised when they meet underwater. Kaya has been told that the Alantis she knows is the only home of people in the world; Lewis knows that people only live on land, though his father believes that Atlantic exists, and is labelled a conspiracy theorist. When young genius Hanna creates a special submarine, they meet! The technology is a marvel for both societies, and they face many dangers, but build trust working together. Great action and adventure that develops interesting and believeable characters as well as builds on mythology.

Atlantis was a really interesting take on a common story. Instead of focusing solely on the discovery of the underwater world, we got a focus on both sides. The writing was very descriptive, and because both of the groups were seeing each other for the first time, we got well explained descriptors for everyone's appearance. The underwater world and the way their homes worked was unique, as well as the cars and technology. I found the science behind these stories really interesting and realistic as well. However, the pacing for this was not as exciting as I would have expected. I think from a middle grade standpoint, this book could be used in science classes to explain a lot of different things: from audio technology to radio waves, how evolution works and oceanic creatures. The ending also left us with a bit of a cliffhanger, and I will admit that I am extremely interested to find out what it means!

Fun book! I gravitated toward this book because of the cover and Atlantis, and it was a really fun ride! I enjoyed the overall plot and the characters were all interesting enough. It is obviously for a.m younger crowd but I did enjoy it nonetheless.