Warriors: Dawn of the Clans #3: The First Battle: An Enthralling Animal Fantasy About Loyalty, Rivalry, and the Origins of the Warrior Code for Children (Ages 8-12)

Discover the origins of the warrior Clans in the third book of this thrilling Warriors prequel series from #1 nationally bestselling author Erin Hunter―now featuring fierce new art. The Dawn of the Clans series takes readers back to the earliest days of the Clans, when the cats first settled in the forest and began to forge the warrior code.

The rivalry between Gray Wing and Clear Sky has driven a bitter wedge between the forest cats. As Thunder and Gray Wing struggle to find a peaceful path for the future, tensions are growing. What began as a misunderstanding between two brothers has spread far and wide―and now every mountain cat, rogue, and kittypet in the forest will be forced to pick a side.

Dawn of the Clans #3: The First Battle also contains an exclusive bonus scene and a teaser to the next Warriors adventure.

When brother turns against brother, who will survive the fallout?

• The First Battle: The bitter rivalry between Gray Wing and Clear Sky finally erupts, forcing every cat to choose a side in a conflict that will change the forest forever.
• Forging the Warrior Code: Before the Clans had rules, there was only instinct. Witness the earliest days as the cats struggle to create a peaceful path forward.
• Found Family: As old Tribe bonds shatter, new allegiances are formed. Mountain cats, rogues, and kittypets must band together to survive.
• Epic Animal Fantasy: Perfect for fans of Erin Hunter and readers aged 8-12, this thrilling prequel series explores the legendary origins of the warrior Clans.

Erin Hunter is inspired by a love of cats and a fascination with the ferocity of the natural world. In addition to having great respect for nature in all its forms, Erin enjoys creating rich mythical explanations for animal behavior. She is the author of the Warriors, Seekers, Survivors, Bravelands, Bamboo Kingdom, and Renegades series. Erin lives in the UK.

Wayne McLoughlin studied art at San Diego State University and has worked as a writer and illustrator for such magazines as Esquire and National Lampoon. His books for children include Fireflies, by Alice Hoffman, Here is the Wetland, by Madeleine Dunphy (both Hyperion), and Loch, by Paul Zindel. He lives with his wife and daughter in Bellows Falls, Vermont.