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Splinters of Scarlet

Emily Bain Murphy

In nineteenth-century Denmark, Marit’s father dies in an accident she believes may not have been accidental. She turns to her magical abilities in hopes of uncovering what happened and helping people affected by a lethal magical illness. Set in a historical fantasy world where secrets and magic can be deadly, the story follows Marit’s investigation after a family loss. Mystery, grief, and the urgent need to confront a dangerous sickness drive her search for answers.

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Themes
Folklore And Mythology · Grief And Loss · History · Mystery And Discovery
Format
Hardcover
ISBN-13
9780358142737
Language
English
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