The Empty City
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2012 · Est. 7.5 hour read

The Empty City

Written by Erin Hunter

Part of the Survivors series

A lone dog must join a pack after a quake shatters his world.

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304 pages· 53,842 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
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Lucky, a street-smart Lone Dog, faces a new reality when a massive earthquake, the Big Growl, disrupts his life. Forced to join a pack of former pets, Lucky navigates a world where survival depends on teamwork and instincts. Can he adapt to this new pack life, or will his independence lead him astray? Dive into a thrilling adventure where dogs rule the wild and every decision could mean life or death.

From the publisher

The time has come for dogs to rule the wild! Discover another action-packed animal fantasy series from the #1 nationally bestselling author of WarriorsThe first book in the Survivors series is full of “wild and wonderful adventure” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) that will thrill fans of Spirit Animals and Wings of Fire.Lucky has always been a Lone Dog, roaming the busy city streets and relying on his instincts. Then the Big Growl strikes–a devastating earthquake that changes Lucky’s world forever. For the first time, he must team up with a Pack, a group of former Leashed Dogs who have been separated from their owners.Lucky’s vivid point of view and the pulse-pounding action make for the start of an addictive series that shows readers the world through the eyes of dogs.

At a glance
Format
Pages
304
Words
53,842
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
760L
Themes & topics
Books about dogsBooks about petsBooks about survival storiesBooks about natural disastersBooks about survival
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.2
F&P level
~R
AR points
8
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
154358
Publication
Published
May 7, 2013
First published
August 21, 2012
Publisher
HarperCollins
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780062102584

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