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Tal has always lived in the shadows of the mysterious Castle of Seven Towers, never venturing beyond its walls. When a looming threat endangers his family and home, he realizes that safety is temporary. Desperate, Tal climbs the perilous Red Tower in search of a Sunstone, a crucial artifact said to shield him from the impending danger. He reaches the top, but a sudden fall sends him spiraling into a wholly unfamiliar realm populated by warriors, massive ice ships, and concealed magic. In this strange land, Tal finds that his survival hinges on forming unlikely alliances and confronting unseen enemies, uncovering hidden truths that could determine his future.
First publish date: 2000
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Garth Nix
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