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Lady Truthful’s prized Newington Emerald has vanished, forcing her to seek it in London. Knowing a woman cannot wander the streets alone without jeopardizing her reputation, she adopts the disguise of a mustache‑wearing man. On her perilous quest she encounters a cunning crook, an unexpected ally, and an evil sorceress, all while navigating the city's strict social mores.
First publish date: 2015
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Garth Nix
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