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Following their triumph over the Formic threat, Bean and the members of Ender Wiggin's Dragon Army return to Earth. However, all but Bean are mysteriously abducted, propelling the young captain to enlist the aid of Ender's elder brother, Peter Wiggin. The story follows their efforts to uncover the truth behind the kidnappings and protect their world.
Be prepared for the emotional journey of grief, loyalty, and ingenuity that defines the Wiggin sibling dynamics.
Readers of science‑fiction adventure and stories of child soldiers will find this narrative compelling as it delves into the bond between siblings amid crisis.
First publish date: 2001
Genre: Science Fiction/Military Science Fiction
Authors: Orson Scott Card
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