First published 2004
When 12-year-old Johnny starts playing the computer game "Only You Can Save Mankind", he doesn't realize he's about to be drawn into a conflict far greater than a simple battle between humans and aliens. As the game world becomes increasingly real, Johnny discovers he's made an unexpected connection with the alien ScreeWee race, who are facing annihilation at the hands of the relentless human military. Now, Johnny must navigate the blurring lines between reality and simulation, all while grappling with the crushing weight of the ScreeWee's fate resting on his shoulders. In this gripping tale of fantasy, war, and the power of empathy, one boy's actions could determine the survival of an entire civilization.
Genres: science-fiction, adventure, fantasy, young-adult
Vibes: suspenseful, thought-provoking, whimsical
Tropes: chosen-one, fish-out-of-water
224 pages · Paperback · Clarion Books