The Tripods

Classic science fiction at its best and a favorite of sci-fi and fantasy readers for decades, John Christopher’s Tripods series follows Will as he learns more about the strange creatures that have taken over the world and, ultimately, his plans to defeat them once and for all.

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When the Tripods Came

By John Christopher

Experience the beginning of the Tripods’ reign in this prequel to the classic alien trilogy ideal for fans of Rick Yancey’s The 5th Wave and Margaret Peterson Haddix’s Shadow Children series.

When it comes to alien invasions, bad things come in threes.

Three landings:...

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