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When a regular twelve‑year‑old learns of his destiny to assemble a diverse team of similarly talented children, the stakes become clear: an ancient, nameless evil threatens to return. Together, they must uncover hidden powers and face morally ambiguous challenges that test the boundaries between good and evil, all while navigating the unpredictable dynamics of youth adventure.
First publish date: 2010
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Michael Grant
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