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Frightful's Daughter is the third book in Jean Craighead George's 'Frightful' series, focusing on Oksi, the daughter of Frightful, the magnificent peregrine falcon. This captivating story follows Oksi's incredible journey from an untrained hatchling to becoming a skilled falconer. As she navigates the challenges of being the daughter of a renowned falconer, she learns the importance of self-reliance, survival skills, and the wild world of the mountains. This book is a thrilling adventure with stunning illustrations by George's daughter, featuring a majestic peregrine falcon in its natural habitat.
First publish date: 2002
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Jean Craighead George
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