First published 2005
Ronan and Murel are no ordinary twins. Born to Sean and Yana on the sentient planet of Petaybee, the brother and sister can transform into seals and communicate with the planet's creatures. But their incredible abilities draw the attention of a visiting scientist hellbent on studying them. To protect their children, Sean and Yana send Ronan and Murel to hide on a distant space station. Yet the twins' search for the origins of their powers soon lands them in grave danger. Meanwhile, Petaybee itself is undergoing startling changes, with rising landmasses and shifting seas. As Sean ventures out to investigate, he uncovers mysteries that threaten the very existence of their home world. In this thrilling sci-fi saga, the Shongili family must fight to preserve their extraordinary bond with Petaybee and each other.
Genres: family, science-fiction, adventure, fantasy
Vibes: emotional, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family
Setting: Petaybee, Space Station
288 pages · Hardcover · Bantam Press