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Georgina Fernweh has always dreamed of feeling the tingling magic her family is known for. As her eighteenth birthday approaches, she fears the gift may never arrive. During a final summer on a small island, Georgina is swept into a season of wild storms, unexpected romance, and the mystery of a 300‑year‑old rare bird. The island’s ancient lore and the bird’s secret help Georgina discover the many forms of magic and the true nature of her own power.
First publish date: 2018
Genre: Young Adult Fiction/YA Fantasy
Authors: Katrina Leno
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