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In *The Separation*, part of the Animorphs series, Rachel finds herself unexpectedly split into two nearly identical girls. The twins must come to terms with their new identities while continuing the struggle against the parasitic alien race known as the Yeerks. This bizarre turn of events forces Rachel to confront the limits of her control and the deep bonds that tie her to her friends.
First publish date: 1999
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Katherine Applegate
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