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Cover of When the Tripods Came (The Tripods #0.5)

When the Tripods Came (The Tripods #0.5)

Sam Youd, Joe Burleson (1988)

SubgenreChildren's Fantasy
Age groupChildren 5-8
Content ratingG
Pages156 (Short <300)
SeriesThe Tripods #0.5
SettingSecondary World
Goodreads3.81/5 (4893)
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Synopsis

Fourteen-year-old Laurie and his family attempt to flee England when the Tripods descend from outer space and begin brainwashing everyone with their hypnotic Caps. *John Christopher is a pseudonym of Sam Youd.*

Is When the Tripods Came (The Tripods #0.5) appropriate for my child?

Suitable for readers of all ages.

What to know going in

This book has no graphic violence, no sexual content, and clean language.

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Children'sDystopiaMiddle GradeSci-Fi FantasyYA