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The Secret of Platform 13 follows a youthful hag named Odge Gribble who joins an unlikely team—an elderly wizard, a gentle fey, and a towering ogre—on an adventurous trek through a mysterious tunnel. Their goal is to return a prince, stolen as an infant, to his rightful place on the throne. Set in a fantastical realm where enchantment and bravery intertwine, the tale embraces classic fairy‑tale elements and the camaraderie of diverse, fantastical companions.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Eva Ibbotson
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