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After the Animorphs split up, Cassie is the only one left to face the challenges on her own. Journeying into the stark Australian Outback, she struggles to survive the rugged landscape and to reach a town or village where she can reach out to family and friends. Unknown to her companions, Visser Three keeps a wary eye on her. Driven by determination, Cassie must find a way to navigate this isolated environment, forge new alliances, and confront the looming danger that threatens her mission and those she cares about.
First publish date: 2000
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Katherine Applegate
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