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When Nathanial, a fifteen‑year‑old, is forced to relocate to a town steeped in a sinister past, he learns the locale is still bruised by an ancient evil. At the town’s heart, he is chosen among others to confront and ultimately halt the recurring darkness that has haunted the community for centuries. Facing mystical forces and the town’s history, Nathanial’s journey blends suspense with supernatural challenges as he strives to protect his new home.
First publish date: 1996
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Isobelle Carmody
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