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Douglas is a normal boy whose life takes a drastic turn when he discovers he can hold stones that grant answers to any question. He's called upon to help a young alien boy named Vangar from the planet Vangar who has lost an arm and is being hunted by the Guardians of the Federation. Douglas must race against time to save Vangar and escape the Guardians before it's too late. This book is a thrilling adventure packed with unexpected twists and turns.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: Young Adult Fiction/YA Science Fiction
Authors: Andrew Norriss
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