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Hector flees an abusive uncle and finds sanctuary on Isle Royale, a remote island in Lake Superior. There he faces relentless autumn storms and the uncanny presence of Anda, a half‑human spirit tied to the island's land and lore. Hector’s journey blends survival, isolation, and supernatural encounters as he tries to build a new life in the wilderness.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Young Adult Fiction/YA Fantasy
Authors: Lydia Kang
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