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Sloe, a thirteen‑year‑old political prisoner, has spent her formative years in a harsh prison school. Determined to protect the future of endangered species, she sets out on a perilous trek across Siberia’s frozen wastelands. Guided by her mother’s secret seeds—tiny, living symbols of hope—Sloe must navigate survival challenges, harsh weather, and the looming threat of her former captors. Along the way, she learns resilience, courage, and the power of protecting nature’s future.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Ann Halam
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