The Great Space Race. The Great Space Race, #1

This is the Australian/UK Edition, featuring Commonwealth English spelling. Slug King is the thrilling first book in The Great Space Race series-an action-packed space adventure filled with mystery, unforgettable alien friendships, and epic journeys across the stars. When siblings Ted and Cecelia discover a hidden spaceship tucked away inside their father's study, their ordinary lives are turned upside down.
Before they know it, they are swept into the legendary Great Space Race-an extraordinary intergalactic challenge that takes them far beyond Earth into a universe of incredible planets and strange creatures. But for Ted and Cecelia, this isn't just about winning. Years earlier, their mother disappeared without explanation, leaving behind only questions and a mystery that has haunted their family ever since.
As the race unfolds, the siblings uncover clues suggesting her disappearance is connected to secrets far greater than they ever imagined. The adventure takes a dangerous turn when they are captured by the ruthless forces of the evil Slug King. To survive, Ted and Cecelia must forge alliances with a colourful cast of alien companions, outwit a terrifying enemy, and stop a sinister plan before it's too late.
Filled with excitement, humour and surprising twists, The Great Space Race is a fast-paced adventure about bravery, hope, family, and discovering that the greatest journeys often begin with a single unanswered question. The race has begun. and the universe is waiting.