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A Thousand Steps into Night

Traci Chee

Miuko, an innkeeper's daughter in the realm of Awara, has accepted a quiet life without adventure. In this world, gods, monsters, and humans live alongside one another. A demon's curse begins transforming Miuko into a demon herself, with a deadly touch. She sets out to undo the curse and return to her former life, joined by tricksters, shapeshifters, and other magical creatures. The journey requires her to confront her own power.

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Themes
Adventure · Courage · Fantasy And Magic · Folklore And Mythology
Format
Paperback
Publisher
HarperCollins
Published
March 1, 2022
ISBN-13
9780063306677
Language
English
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