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When a massive meteor approaches Earth, the lives of several teenage friends from Chicago are suddenly put at risk. They must journey aboard the Global Community vessel "Peacekeeper One" and face life‑threatening decisions as danger escalates.
During the crisis, the children adopt new identities and struggle to stay united. As tensions rise, friendships are tested and questions about faith and survival come to the fore. The story follows their resolve to remain together amid uncertainty.
First publish date: 2001
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Jerry B. Jenkins
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