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Aladdin comes across a jinni lamp that releases Zahra, a centuries‑old sorceress cast out of a society that forbids magic. To survive, Zahra must conceal her powers and use ancient shape‑shifting techniques while waiting for Aladdin to grant him three wishes. When the King of the Jinn offers her permanent liberation, Zahra faces a heart‑wrenching decision: secure her freedom at the cost of betraying Aladdin and her growing love for him. With threats closing in and time slipping away, Zahra must decide whether the price of her freedom outweighs the value of her heart.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Jessica Khoury
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