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Aly, the daughter of famed warrior Alanna, has escaped slavery and now works as a spy for an underground rebellion against the colonial rulers of the Copper Isles. The insurgents believe a prophecy foretells the rise of a new queen, and Aly is tasked with keeping the potential teenage monarch and her younger siblings safe, all while keeping her hidden future a secret. Struggling against unexpected dangers and betrayals, Aly’s vigilance is tested as she navigates the treacherous political landscape of the Copper Isles.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Tamora Pierce
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