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In the bustling city of Gyongxe, the young initiate Rosethorn eagerly accepts a summons from the court, along with her two apprentice mages, Evumeimei and Briar. They are invited to join the birthday celebrations for the Emperor of Yanjing. While Rosethorn looks forward to the honor, Briar senses a hidden agenda lurking behind the invitation.
The story follows the trio as they navigate courtly expectations and an unfolding mystery that challenges their understanding of power, loyalty, and the unseen dangers of political intrigue within a fantasy setting.
Set against a backdrop of imagined wars and battles, the narrative explores themes of magic, wizardry, and youthful bravery in a juvenile fantasy tapestry.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Tamora Pierce
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