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242 pp.
| HarperCollins/Tegen |
October, 2012 |
TradeISBN 978-0-06-211979-7$16.99
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4-6
After her parents drown at sea, Lucy's greedy uncle vies for sole guardianship and power of attorney over her family's estate. On a mission to thwart her uncle's plans, Lucy discovers that she's surrounded by mysterious manifestations of protective magic that help her along the way. While overwritten at times, Mariconda's novel contains moments of touching bravery and captivating intrigue.