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Ysabeau S. Wilce

Flora's Dare

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"Flora's Dare" by Ysabeau S. Wilce is the thrilling sequel to the award-winning "Flora Segunda: Being the Magickal Mishaps of a Girl of Spirit, Her Glass-Gazing Sidekick, Two Ominous Butlers (One Blue), a House with Eleven Thousand Rooms, & a Red Dog." The series is a unique blend of steampunk, fantasy, and adventure, set in the fictional world of Califa, a republic that bears many similarities to the American Wild West. The story picks up where "Flora Segunda" left off, with Flora Fyrdraaca, the 14-year-old heroine, now the Colonel of the Left Hand of the Califan Army, and tasked with saving her city from an impending invasion by the neighboring country of Cayor. Flora's journey takes her through a series of dangerous and fantastical landscapes, where she encounters magical creatures, mysterious artifacts, and formidable enemies. Along the way, she must also navigate the complex politics of Califa, where loyalties are constantly shifting and power is never absolute. Wilce's writing is rich and imaginative, filled with vivid descriptions, witty dialogue, and intricate world-building. The characters are well-developed and memorable, with Flora being a particularly strong and relatable protagonist. Despite the fantastical setting, the themes of the book are universal, exploring issues of identity, loyalty, and the struggle for power. "Flora's Dare" is a thrilling and engaging read that will appeal to both young adults and adults alike. It is a must-read for fans of steampunk, fantasy, and adventure, and a worthy successor to the first book in the series. Wilce's world of Califa is a place of wonder and danger, and Flora's journey is one that will leave readers eagerly awaiting the next installment...

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