Shattered Fate
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Rosalind Devereaux and her father were in a horrible accident while travelling to her mothers homeland. Depsite this, they still continue to trek the Earth. However, along the way to Canada, they are caught in the midst of the American Revolution. A Hessian Captain takes a liking to her, and claims Rosalind for himself. Where will this barred road lead her?
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