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Teenage wizard Nita, on a vacation at her aunt’s house in Ireland, finds herself drawn into a magical conflict that threatens to bring the country’s haunting past to life. Facing restless spirits and ancient curses, she must use her growing powers to defend Ireland from the shadows of its history.
First publish date: October 1, 2005
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Diane Duane
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