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Two months after discovering she is the Spellbinder, Belladonna Johnson struggles with the mystery of her newfound powers. A ghost gives Belladonna and her classmate Steve a cryptic map, sparking a quest that may lead to the Queen of the Abyss, the sole holder of answers about Belladonna’s abilities. Complicating matters, Belladonna’s ghostly parents have vanished, and her new foster family appears to hold ulterior motives. This sequel blends high adventure, intrigue, and relatable characters with a dash of wit, set in a supernatural world where ghosts, mythical animals, and otherworldly voyages intersect.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Helen Stringer
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