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CHAPTER TWO The Invasion Hulking, black snake-creatures slithered purposefully down the hill. Strangely disconnected from the unbelievable scene, ManØ stared helplessly. His mouth was agape, and his tongue stuck obstinately to the roof of his mouth. Nauseous sweat oozed from him as he watched the snake-men creep toward the unsuspecting boys. They must be some kind of shape-changing gods, yet he had never heard of any that looked like them! Usually, gods could be birds, fish, even pigs—but sea...

CHAPTER SIX The Journey “How are we going to see without the light?” ManØ asked. “I don’t need the light, it was only for your sake,” Enki answered shortly. “Oh,” he muttered dejectedly. “Your eyes will grow accustomed to the darkness soon enough,” Enki explained. “I’ll guide you from atop your shoulder. Just…” Enki broke off when a series of high-pitched squeals reverberated in the cave. ManØ recognized the hiss-like squeals of the boars. ManØ broke into a panicked jog and he felt a pinch on...

PROLOGUE The island of Kaua‘i was under siege. Burly winds ravaged the coconut shoreline; but it was not the real enemy, merely a transporter. Beneath the wet saltiness lurked a sinister warning, a scent of decay that drenched the island like a poisonous fog. Miles away, colossal ships churned through the inky waters. Shadowy passengers kept frantic time with the angry waves, and steaming odors rose as their powerful shoulders arched and biceps bulged. Silent chants echoed from mind to mind, ...