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Alex woods knows that he hasnt had the most conventional start in life. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 407 pages and is available in hardcover format. The universe versus alex woods contains language that will offend some readers. The son of a fortune teller, bookish, and an easy target for bullies, alex. Jun 25, 20 listen to universe versus alex woods audiobook by gavin extence. Alex and tala unite with a ragtag group of new friends to journey back to avalon for a showdown that will. Alex cross 1 along came a spider alex cross 11 mary.
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