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Ax has always believed he is the only non‑infested Andalite on Earth. When he discovers other hidden Andalite survivors, they must keep their existence secret while awaiting help from a distant future.
The novel focuses on the sacrifices and bonds formed among these isolated allies as they navigate a world that has changed because of alien invasion.
First publish date: 2000
Genre: Science Fiction/Space Opera
Authors: Katherine Applegate
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