What if a 12-year-old girl was the planet’s last hope for endangered animals? “ Action-packed… this Eco-adventure will likely educate and inspire young readers. ” - Kirkus Reviews In the year 2155, twelve-year-old Luki Sloan can speak to animals—and they speak back. When her scientist parents vanish while investigating an international trafficking ring, Luki activates her android companion, Tuk, and sets off with her arctic fox, Mig, on a daring mission to find them. Their only chance? Infiltrate the Red Dragon gang by posing as traffickers and collecting rare species to bait its ruthless leader, White Wolf. From Tahiti to Russia to Mozambique and the Bay of Bengal, Luki faces cyclones, pirates, and peril on every continent. Along the way, she discovers that saving her parents might mean saving the planet itself. Readers will love: • Real endangered animals and Indigenous Arctic culture • High-stakes global adventure and sci-fi twists • A brave girl hero who proves one person can make a difference Perfect for fans of Explorer Academy , Keeper of the Lost Cities , The Last Bear , The Golden Compass , and The Wild Robot. Extinction Warrior is a thrilling, hope-filled middle-grade eco-fantasy for readers ages 9–14 who care about animals, the environment, and the power of courage. • Extinction Warrior reached #1 in Teen & YA Sci-Fi Action & Adventure during a free promotional period. • Long-listed for the 2024 Green Earth Book Award , recognizing outstanding environmental literature. KIRKUS says GET IT : "...action-packed...this eco-adventure will likely educate and inspire young readers." " A fast-paced plot full of action, humor, and intrigue ...an entertaining sci-fi adventure with an important message about protecting endangered species." — Readers' Favorite, 5-star review " A must-have for school libraries " ... would be a fabulous interdisciplinary study for 7th, 8th and 9th grade students...highly recommended!" — Retired Middle School Principal, Amazon review "Perfect for Environmental Educators and Budding Ecologists. Every school library and every biology teacher should have a copy ." — Science Educator, Amazon review " Original. Fun. Exotic. Action-packed. Educational. Inspiring. And Tuk is a great character." - Kate Klimo, author Dog Diaries "This book is an imaginative and wonderful adventure that will educate and inspire all ages. An incredibly creative futuristic romp around the planet that imagines what might unfold if we don't do what we can to protect all life now." — Amazon Review AWARDS & RECOGNITION * 2024 Green Earth Book Award Long list * Reached #1 in Teen & YA Sci-Fi Action & Adventure (Free) during a promotional period This story comes from a place deep inside me, as I have always loved animals and had a deep kinship with the natural world. For as long as I can remember, I've felt a strong connection to the creatures we share our planet with. I believe animals have their own intelligence, courage, and ways of communicating, and I've wondered what the world might look like if humans listened more closely. As I conjured stories over the years about endangered animals, my love for animals became the heart of Extinction Warrior. My imagination led me to create Luki Sloan, a brave twelve-year-old girl who can communicate with animals, feels things deeply, and refuses to stand by when her parents go missing while endangered creatures are in danger. I wanted young readers to see that courage doesn't mean being fearless. Courage means caring enough to act. I also wrote this story because our planet faces serious problems that we've created - extinction, climate change, habitat loss and trafficking, but I didn't want to overwhelm kids with scary facts. I wanted to offer hope through adventure, friendship, humor, futuristic technology, and heart-pounding action. Luki's gift of animal communication is a symbol of empathy - the idea that understanding and kindness can change the world. Mig, her mischievous Arctic fox, represents how powerful our animal companions can be. Tuk, Luki's android partner gave me the chance to explore the world of A.I. - a world we barely know, and are just beginning to grapple with. Through Tuk, young readers can experience artificial intelligence not as something distant or intimidating, but as a tool that can help, question, learn, and grow. My hope is that his character gives kids a chance to understand A.I. in a thoughtful, curious, and accessible way. Whether you're a young reader exploring this story on your own, or a parent or teacher sharing it with others, my hope is the same: that Luki inspires you to care deeply, act bravely, and believe that one person - especially a young person can make a real difference. Thank you for joining Luki, Mig, and Tuk on this journey! — Susan B. Wile Twelve-year-old Luki Sloan is a gifted animal communicator growing up on the Bering Strait in desolate Wales, Alaska. When her scientist