There will be three, kin of your kin . . . who hold the power of the stars in their paws

The time has come for Hollypaw, Jaypaw, and Lionpaw to become ThunderClan apprentices. Grandchildren of the great leader Firestar, all three possess unusual power and talent. But dark secrets surround them, and a mysterious prophecy hints at trouble to come for all Clans. The warrior code is in danger of being washed away by a river of blood, and all the young cats' strength will be needed for the Clans to survive.