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Two brothers, a forgotten ship, and the depths of fantastical seas... Fifteen year old Kai Higgins and his elder brother, Dune, have never dreamed their father was more than a Scottish fisherman. But when he is lost to the deep, leaving behind a mysterious star chart, they set sail across the Moray Firth, following the stars to the unknown.
In this journey through the legends of the sea, Kai and Dune uncover their late father's hidden life-a world of trial, ensnaring enchantment, and daring mythological beasts. Will Kai raise a sword with the Clan of Each-Uisge and his newfound love? Will his brother stand by his side no matter what briny fiend comes their way? A quest of courage, the Higgins' legacy rests in their wake.
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Some reviews that made me smile:
"Incredible. The author has a way of creating a vivid portrayal that is undeniably authentic and filled with passion. Reading has always been my favorite reality escape, and this book was extremely successful. What a story!!! You fall in love with the characters so easily."
"It was one of those books you just don't want to put down, you can't wait to see how it ends but at the same time you don't want it to end."
"If you like coming of age stories and adventure, this is definitely a fun read."
Ella is falling apart trying to live a "perfect" high school life. Then she meets Ren, who can see past her scars. Suddenly perfection isn't her only option.
*****
Ella Volkov is a gifted music student, but she's depressed and starting to crack under the pressure of high school. Her overbearing father won't even let her choose what instrument she plays. Then she finds herself alone at a party with Ren, her best friend's crush. She'd always thought he was rude, but after that night he's all Ella can think about. Now she's trapped. If Ella dates Ren, it will ruin her friendship with Jenny. But if she stays true to Jenny, she's losing the one person who can see past her scars. It's up to Ella to decide if she will forge her own path, or stay in the "perfect" box designed for her...
Content and/or Trigger Warning: depression, anxiety, self-harm, violence, sexual assault.
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