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Discover the origins of the warrior Clans in the third book of this thrilling prequel arc from mega-bestselling author Erin Hunter. 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 Dawn of the Clans #4: The Blazing Star.

When brothers become enemies, who will pay the price for the first battle?An Epic Prequel: Go back to the very beginning and discover the untold origin of the legendary warrior Clans.

Forging the Warrior Code: Before there was a code of honor, there was only survival. Watch as the earliest laws that will one day bind the Clans are forged in the heat of conflict.

Found Family: As Gray Wing struggles to unite rogues, kittypets, and mountain cats into a new family, loyalties are tested and every cat must choose a side.

A Feline Civil War: What starts as a misunderstanding between Gray Wing and Clear Sky escalates into the first great battle, pitting brother against brother and friend against friend.