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Ariadne, the solitary eldest child of Crete’s labyrinthine ruler, watches her brother, the monstrous Minotaur, silently claim the lives of Athens’ youths. Cast into a world of myth and duty, she discovers her fate as a moon goddess and that her journey may reshape Crete’s future.
When Theseus, son of the Athenian king, arrives as a sacrificial victim, Ariadne’s friendship with him reveals new perspectives on love, courage, and destiny. Together they confront the legends that have bound Crete for generations, forcing them to choose between myth and freedom.
Through vivid scenes of ancient Greece and the hauntingly beautiful Minotaur, the story weaves together adventure and mythology, offering readers a fresh take on timeless themes of devotion, sacrifice, and self‑discovery.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Tracy Barrett
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