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280 pp.
| McElderry |
August, 2012 |
TradeISBN 978-1-4424-4205-4$16.99
(2)
4-6
In Duodecia, every child has a darkbeast, a creature who takes the child's faults on themselves. Keara refuses to kill hers, raven Caw, on her twelfth name day, as custom demands; they run away and join the migratory thespian Travelers. Carefully chosen images and rich language set the tone for Keyes's unique society. A surprise revelation opens the door to sequels.
Reviewer: Anita L. Burkam
| Horn Book Magazine Issue:
September, 2012