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Poisoned

Jennifer Donnelly

Princess Sophie’s heart is taken by a huntsman, leaving her in need of help. Seven brothers give her a mechanical replacement, but it will not run forever. Sophie must try to save her kingdom before the artificial heart stops. The story reworks elements of Snow White, placing a princess with a clockwork heart at the center of a dangerous struggle. Her missing heart, the urgent deadline, and the fate of her kingdom drive the tale forward.

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Themes
Adventure · Courage · Folklore And Mythology · Inventions
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Scholastic, Inc.
Published
October 20, 2020
ISBN-13
9781338268508
Language
English
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