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In the climactic finale of the Leviathan trilogy, a gigantic, genetically engineered monstrosity—a Goliath—emerges from the seas, headed straight for New York City. As the city braces for the looming threat, the tale weaves together science‑fiction elements, war drama, and themes of genetic manipulation. The story follows the last remaining protagonists—many of whom are princes and key figures from earlier books—as they confront new enemies, grapple with hidden truths, and rally together in a race against time to stop the catastrophic assault. The book ties together the series’ overarching conflicts while intensifying the stakes in a fast‑paced, action‑filled conclusion.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Scott Westerfeld
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