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When young Reason Cansino learns that her family hides a magical secret, she realizes it is the key to keeping her friends, Tom and Jay‑tee, safe. Guided by the mysterious lineage, Reason must dig into the past and confront forces that threaten their lives, turning her own unraveling into a battle that spans beyond ordinary childhood adventures.
First publish date: 2007
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Justine Larbalestier
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