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Nix, a sixteen‑year‑old, faces a daunting choice: she must confront her best friend and ally, the thief Kashmir, after learning she is fated to risk losing the person she loves most. The story blends adventure, time‑travel stakes, and pirate elements while exploring the bonds of friendship and family.
This child‑friendly fantasy follows Nix’s journey fraught with difficult choices, naval intrigue, and the weight of destiny, all framed within a lively pirate setting.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Heidi Heilig
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