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Humans have reached the stars, but there's no evidence any other species survived their own sentience long enough to do the same. Until now . . . The Magellanix deep-space scout Accipiter has discovered the Artifact, a million-year-old alien construct resting in a dormant volcano on a faraway world. And now TransGalactic has sent the Carpathia to steal it. Two ships, two rival corporations, and a race only one of them can win. But the stakes are greater than they seem. The Artifact is more than just a technological marvel. It holds the key to humanity's survival and, perhaps, an understanding of our place in the universe at last.
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Is Carpathians appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
A hard science fiction adventure about rival corporations racing to claim an ancient alien artifact. Likely contains moderate space-based action and corporate intrigue with minimal objectionable content.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language.
Publisher ages reflect reading level; our rating reflects content maturity — they can differ.
Who'll love this
Teens who love science fiction mysteries and high-stakes competition for alien technology will find this thrilling.