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When a trusted ally betrays the Urban Outlaws and steals a dangerous computer virus, the group of orphaned teens faces a critical dilemma. With their jobs—and their lives—on the line, they must ally with the enigmatic figure known as The Shepherd to take down the criminal threat and restore safety to their community. This science‑fiction mystery blends action, crime, and technology in a fast‑paced adventure for young readers.
First publish date: 2015
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Peter Jay Black
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