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Prince Ardwin, known as Birdwing, is the youngest of six brothers who have been transformed into swans by their stepmother. Unable to complete the reversal of the spell, Birdwing sets out on a journey of discovery. Along the way, he confronts the question of whether his feathered arm will serve as a curse or a blessing, exploring themes of identity, adversity, and resilience.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Rafe Martin
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