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The Great Goddess, Idun, marks her chosen few with a birthmark that gives them the ability to see her children; the magical creatures of the world. Alicia Jae, currently taking a gap year with her brother, Ethan, has the Mark of Idun - in fact, she has one of the most powerful marks in existence - but has inexplicably suppressed the ability from a young age. At least; up until now. After being attacked by masked soldiers from a powerful organisation, she begins to regain her powers.
But the attack has lead Alicia and Ethan to believe that their little sister is in danger, and they rush to protect her, against the advice of the mysterious Ari, who saved them from the soldiers. But they now must undertake a dangerous cross country journey through forests infested with the Children of Idun. What is waiting for them at the end of the journey? Can Ari be trusted? Can Alicia trust anyone?
Can she even trust her own brother?
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