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Cerys, a young woman from Aloriya, is forced on the run after the kingdom's new queen is crowned. As she tries to save the kingdom, Cerys encounters a strange and powerful bear and a small fox. The magic in her veins is the only thing standing between her and the dangerous world she must face. With a quest to find the legendary Lady of the Wilds, Cerys must navigate through the forest, uncovering the secrets from her past and making the most of the few companions she has.
First publish date: 2020
Genre: Young Adult Fiction/YA Fantasy
Authors: Ashley Poston
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