"Children of Dune" is the third novel in the Dune series by Frank Herbert. It continues the story of the Atreides family, focusing on the twin children of Paul Atreides, Leto II and Ghanima, as they navigate the complex political landscape of the desert planet Arrakis. The twins grapple with their inherited powers and the legacy of their father's rule. The novel explores themes of power, prophecy, and the consequences of leadership. As the twins face threats from rival factions and their own visions of the future, they must decide how to shape the destiny of Arrakis and its people.