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Danger, dread, mystery, and romance continue in the second book of The Pledge trilogy, as Charlaina, now Queen of Ludania, fights against Sabara’s evil essence and a growing resistance. With her ability to understand all languages, Charlie faces the ultimate betrayal at the summit, leaving her with the only hope for help: an evil soul residing within her.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Kimberly Derting
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