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Set in Regency England, the story follows fourteen‑year‑old Kat who realizes she possesses magical abilities. Determined to help her sister avoid an unwanted marriage, Kat must navigate family expectations and her newfound powers while confronting the social constraints of the time.
First publish date: 2010
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Stephanie Burgis
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