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Goldie, impulsive and bold, leaves the oppressive city of Jewel—where children must wear guardchains for protection—to find refuge in the extraordinary Museum of Dunt. In this ever‑shifting realm she discovers a surprising talent for thievery and uncovers mysterious secrets that threaten not only her new home but also her city and everyone she loves.
First publish date: 2010
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Lian Tanner
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