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In the kingdom of Carthya, a scheming nobleman orchestrates a brutal competition among four orphans. They are selected to serve as impostors of the king’s long‑missing son, a desperate plan to prevent a civil war and secure the realm’s future. Amid trials of courage, deception, and loyalty, the girls must navigate court intrigue, hidden agendas, and the looming threat of betrayal.
The story blends adventure, courtly drama, and a touch of magic as the characters confront the weight of identity and the precarious balance of power in a faction‑riven land.
First publish date: 2012
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Jennifer A. Nielsen
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