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The Isaac Hunt series, authored by Linda Leigh Hargrove, is a gripping historical fiction series that follows the life of Isaac Hunt, a free black man who becomes a spy for the United States during the War of 1812. The series delves into the complexities of race, identity, and loyalty during a time of great upheaval in American history. Isaac Hunt's character is both compelling and relatable, as he struggles to balance his personal beliefs with his duty to his country.
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The Silver Chair
Escape to a land of mystery and magic with The Silver Chair, the sixth book in the Chronicles of Narnia series. In this adventure, Eustace Scrubb and his classmate Jill Pole are whisked away to Narnia to search for the missing Prince Rilian, the son of King Caspian. As they journey through enchanted forests and underground realms, they must rely on their wits and courage to solve the riddle of the Silver Chair and save Narnia from the clutches of the Emerald Witch.
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The Dark Is Rising
Fans of Isaac Hunt will enjoy The Dark Is Rising, a classic fantasy novel that follows the adventures of Will Stanton, a young boy who discovers he is the last of the Old Ones, destined to fight against the forces of darkness. With the help of his family and a group of magical allies, Will must find the six signs of light and prevent the Dark from rising and plunging the world into eternal winter.
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The Thief
In the first book of the Queen's Thief series, readers are introduced to Gen, a cunning and charismatic thief who is hired by the king of Sounis to steal a legendary treasure from a neighboring kingdom. But as Gen navigates the dangerous political landscape of the three kingdoms, he discovers that the treasure may be more than just a valuable artifact - it may hold the key to saving the entire region from war and destruction. Fans of Isaac Hunt will appreciate the intricate plotting and rich world-building in this series.
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The Hero and the Crown
In a land where dragons are feared and hunted, Aerin is an unlikely hero. The illegitimate daughter of the king, she spends her days tending to her horses and avoiding the scorn of the court. But when a dragon threatens the kingdom, Aerin sets out on a dangerous journey to claim the legendary hero's crown and prove her worth as a warrior. Fans of Isaac Hunt will enjoy the strong female protagonist and epic battles in this Newbery Medal-winning novel.
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The Foundling
In the first book of the Monster Blood Tattoo series, Rossamund Bookchild is a foundling, raised in a convent and trained as a lamplighter, one of the few professions open to those of his kind. But when he is sent on a mission to the capital city, he finds himself caught up in a dangerous web of intrigue and deception. With the help of a motley crew of allies, Rossamund must navigate the treacherous world of the Half-Continent and uncover the truth about his past. Fans of Isaac Hunt will appreciate the richly detailed world-building and fast-paced adventure in this series.
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The Book of Three
In the first book of the Chronicles of Prydain, Taran, an assistant pig-keeper, dreams of becoming a hero. When he is thrust into an adventure to save the kingdom from the evil Horned King, he finds himself facing dangerous foes and difficult choices. With the help of his friends, including the wise and powerful Princess Eilonwy, Taran must learn what it truly means to be a hero. Fans of Isaac Hunt will enjoy the epic quest and richly imagined world of this classic fantasy series.
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The Blue Sword
In this standalone novel from the author of The Hero and the Crown, Harry Crewe is an orphaned girl living in the desert kingdom of Damar. When she is chosen by the king to wield the legendary Blue Sword, she finds herself caught up in a dangerous rebellion against the
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