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Falcon Quinn, a thirteen‑year‑old boy born in the reality stream, carries both the heart of a monster and the heart of a guardian. His identity dilemma plunges into a fantasy adventure when he fastens an amulet with a crimson jewel around his neck, prompting him to choose which side to follow.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Jennifer Finney Boylan
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