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Orphan Star

By: Alan Dean Foster
Narrated by: Stefan Rudnicki
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One man in the Universe holds the key to the mystery of Flinx's past - and that man is trying to kill him!

It is a strange childhood for a kid, to be adopted by the restless Mother Mastiff and raised in the bustling marketplace of Drallar. Flinx never knew the mom and dad who abandoned him years ago. In fact, his birth has always been shrouded in mystery. But Flinx eventually discovers that his unknown parents have left him a curious legacy - extraordinary mental powers that are both a marvelous gift and a dreaded curse.

This double-edged legacy will lead Flinx, along with his loyal protector, the mini-dragon Pip, on a harrowing journey in search of the truth . . . about who he is and where he comes from. It is a daring adventure that brings him to another world - and into the clutches of one of the most evil and powerful men in the galaxy. . . .

BONUS AUDIO: Includes an exclusive introduction written and read by author Alan Dean Foster.

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loved it

I read the Pip and Flinx Adventures in high school and hearing them read so well in these audio books brings the adventure alive again.

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Fun!

I read and Loved it in the 80's, loved hearing it today. Fun Fun Fun

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Exceptional

Interesting, curious, in turns funny and terrifying, and always thought-provoking. Flinx and Pip contain all these and more...enjoy!

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Very Nice

I liked the descriptions of the new and different worlds. It was just enough to visualize but not too much so that I could image the rest. I get the sense that there are other books related to their adventures. I will likely try to find the series.

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Flinx's Misadventures

This is clearly a tale of missteps and story that is shockingly well written. While Flinx is, at best, an antihero, he comes across as surprisingly easy to identify with. A solid addition to the series.

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great

another great book in the series...waiting to read the next book and enjoy that one too

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Wonderful journey

This wonderful story was brought to life by a wonderful narrator. I look forward to the next one with excitement.

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2nd Novel: Flinx's Search for himself

Flinx continues to try to find his parentage and saves the Commonwealth in the process. This is a fast paced romp that will keep you listening even when you should to do something else. Much of Flinx's past is revealed in this the third chronologically of the series second book written. Great Listen!

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excellant

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Top notch...

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Like this whole series

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As always Flinx finds trouble...or it finds him, but he manages to get out of it!!

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Now onto the next

Love this stories. Who wouldn't love to have a "flying" snake :-)

Now the next novel for the children of PIP!

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