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Atalanta, the overlooked daughter of the king of Pagasae, takes bold steps to prove herself by disguising as a man and securing a spot on the famed Argonauts' fleet. While the journey to recover the Golden Fleece unfolds, her true identity is revealed. Stranded in the land of Colchis, she faces a dire decision that challenges her determination and sense of self.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Historical Fiction/Ancient Historical Fiction
Authors: Emily Hauser
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