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Eleven‑year‑old Neela is a budding musician whose cherished veena, a symbol of her family's musical heritage, goes missing, leaving her in a bind between tradition and modern life. Facing a potential curse, Neela steps into the role of detective, using her wits and newfound allies to trace the instrument’s trail. Along the way, she discovers deeper bonds within her family and learns that sometimes, the greatest mysteries are those that bring us closer together.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Sheela Chari
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