explorer / books · 2004
The Mount
Carol Emshwiller’s only award entry in this dataset.
Published 2002 by Small Beer Press · 242 pages
Nebula · 2004
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Synopsis
Aliens called the Hoots have conquered Earth and ride humans as mounts, breeding them for speed and endurance. Charley, a young mount who has been raised to love his rider, must choose between loyalty to his masters and freedom when he encounters wild humans fighting for liberation.
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