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The Chimera's Curse follows the adventures of Connie and Col, two children who must protect the world from the mythical beast Kullervo. Along the way, they uncover the mysterious and terrifying truth about their existence as human-animal creatures. This supernatural tale explores themes of friendship, bravery, and the power of imagination.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Julia Golding
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