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In Flashback, Sophie Foster comes home to the Lost Cities only to confront a past that refuses to stay buried. As her elf lineage and latent psychic gifts resurface, Sophie must decide whether to embrace her powers or protect the world she loves. The story weaves family secrets, friendship, and the challenge of coming of age, keeping readers on edge while exploring themes of loss and redemption.
First publish date: 2012
Genre: Young Adult Fiction/YA Fantasy
Authors: Shannon Messenger
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