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Barney’s routine beach getaway is transformed when he notices the intriguing cottage next door. Inside, three strangers are engrossed in a peculiar game titled "Interstellar Pig," whose rules and stakes captivate his curiosity. As he watches, the mundane rhythms of the seaside vacation dissolve into a thrilling, alien‑mystery that invites the young reader to question reality, friendship, and the boundaries of ordinary life.
The story weaves elements of science fiction, the strangeness of game‑based intrigue, and a humble vacation setting, offering a compelling narrative that engages middle‑grade readers while exploring themes of curiosity and the unknown.
First publish date: 1984
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: William Sleator
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