The Guardian of Orth

A Galactic Destiny, a Girl Chosen, a Battle to Save the Universe

By: Richard Eustace

Narrated by: Evan Crowley

The Guardian of Orth
A secret planet. A schoolgirl with hidden power. A galaxy on the brink of war.

Twelve-year-old Charlie Lane never expected her school day to end with a galactic distress call in a toilet cubicle. One moment, she's wiping black paint off her hands, the next she's talking to a bearded stranger beamed from another world—a world under siege. Orth is in danger, and only she can save it.

In another part of the galaxy, Kulag the Destroyer, a grizzled veteran of interplanetary conflict, has uncovered a terrifying pattern. Something ancient and powerful is awakening, targeting planets one by one. All signs now point to Orth.

As Charlie’s ordinary life collides with extraordinary destiny, she must navigate talking projections, witches atop Bubble Gum Mountain, and a growing darkness threatening the entire Ruby Galaxy. Meanwhile, Kulag races through space aboard the Molewarp, determined to stop the enemy before it reaches Orth—but he can’t do it alone.

Bound by fate and separated by light-years, Charlie and Kulag must discover the truth behind the ancient Guardians, the source of the chaos, and Charlie’s unexpected role in the universe’s most desperate hour.

Perfect for fans of A Wrinkle in Time, Keeper of the Lost Cities, and Percy Jackson, The Guardian of Orth is a thrilling sci-fi fantasy adventure full of wonder, courage, and the discovery that even the smallest voice can change the fate of worlds.

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My Daughter’s New Favorite Heroine

Charlie Lane is relatable and funny, but also incredibly courageous. My daughter sees herself in Charlie and wants to save a planet too.

Quirky, high-stakes galactic fun

This is a phenomenal sci-fi fantasy that immediately grabs your attention with its wonderfully quirky premise—who expects a galactic distress call in a school toilet cubicle? I absolutely loved the way the author blended the ordinary life of twelve-year-old Charlie Lane with her sudden, extraordinary destiny, making her instantly relatable despite the cosmic stakes. The world-building is incredibly imaginative, featuring things like witches atop Bubble Gum Mountain, which keeps the tone light and fun even when the fate of the Ruby Galaxy hangs in the balance. What truly impressed me was the sense of wonder and urgency woven into every chapter. This audiobook is perfect for any young reader who needs a hero they can root for and who dreams of secret planets and universe-saving missions. I highly recommend this to kids aged 8-12 who are transitioning into longer adventure series and love a bit of humor with their high-action sci-fi.

Wonderfully Imaginative and Full of Heart

This book takes the classic chosen-one trope and spins it into a fresh, galaxy-spanning tale that hooked me from the first page. Charlie’s transition from ordinary schoolgirl to interstellar hero is believable and empowering, and Kulag is the perfect gruff-yet-loyal warrior companion. The world-building is so vivid—I could picture Orth and the Ruby Galaxy like a movie in my head. If your kids like adventure, friendship, and a bit of cosmic mystery, they’ll love this one!

The Molewarp Is My New Favorite Spaceship

The Molewarp deserves its own shout-out! The way it’s described makes it almost a character in itself. Kulag’s journeys aboard it are thrilling, and Crowley narrates those sections with perfect pacing. Sci-fi fans will love the mix of imaginative tech and old-school adventure.

A Story That Stays With You

Even after finishing, I kept thinking about Charlie and Orth. The characters and settings are so vivid that they linger in your imagination. Crowley’s narration enhances that staying power. This isn’t just an audiobook you listen to—it’s one you carry with you afterward.