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Prince Magnus has witnessed brutal torture, death, and miraculous events during the clash that annihilated the rebel forces. Now, as his father—King Gaius—marches to conquer all of Mytica, Magnus must decide whether to defend his family or uphold justice. Gaius covets the four elemental crystals, known as the Kindred, which grant godlike powers to their bearer. However, the ruthless king is not the sole seeker of this ancient, storied magic.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Morgan Rhodes
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