First published 1954
The Stuart family's beloved pet Lummox has always been a gentle giant. But something has changed. Now, the massive creature is devouring everything in sight, from cars to caged animals. As Lummox's rampage escalates, John Thomas and his family find themselves in the crosshairs of panicked neighbors and wary authorities. Just when it seems all hope is lost, mysterious space voyagers arrive, turning the family's personal crisis into an interstellar conflict of galactic proportions. Can they uncover the truth behind Lummox's transformation before it's too late?
Genres: family, science-fiction, adventure, aliens
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family
253 pages · Mass Market Paperback · Del Rey