It's been ten months since my species' invasion failed, but you know the old saying When first you don't succeed—My Earth name is Deborah Jones, but the Home World knows me as Dbrrrksh of the House of Mpfld. A new invasion is imminent, but I have a more pressing problem: buds have erupted on my six alien tentacles, meaning I'm a candidate for a life-and-death battle to see if I have the right stuff to defeat the Supreme High Matriarch one day. But, a Home World me...

What readers are saying:"Eason has expertly captured preteens' voices, dramas, and angsts, presenting them in a way that readers of all ages will enjoy.""This outrageous story grabs you from the start. But watch out! The amiable teen protagonist has tentacles, and you don't want to be grabbed by those!""Deborah is more charming than any alien (we do forgive her hunger) I've encountered in half a century of r...

What readers are saying:"What makes the story truly great is the unique characters and Charlotte's point of view, which can be funny, ironic, and gut-wrenching, and I love that the story is never heavy-handed.""I was holding my breath as the end neared, reading as fast as I could. Despite Charlotte's young age at the beginning, there are adult themes- this isn't a kiddie story. Highly recommended.""Eason is a gifted writer with characters that defy ...