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From Kate Milford, the bestselling author of National Book Award nominee Greenglass House, comes another magical, middle-grade adventure, The Left-Handed Fate.Lucy Bluecrowne and Maxwell Ault are on a mission: find the three pieces of a strange and arcane engine. They're not exactly sure what this machine does, but they have it on good authority that it will stop the war that's raging between their home country of England and Napoleon Bonaparte's France. Despite being followed by mysterious men dressed all in black, they're well on their way to finding everything they need when their ship, the famous Left-Handed Fate, is taken by the Americans. And not just any Americans. The Fate (and with it, Lucy and Max) are put under the command of Oliver Dexter, who's only just turned twelve.But Lucy and Max aren't the only ones trying to put the engine together, and if the pieces fall into the wrong hands, it could prove disastrous. Oliver is faced with a choice: help Lucy and Max and become a traitor to his country? Or follow orders and risk endangering that same country and many others at the same time―not to mention his friends?"This world has a seductive, fairytale quality―Patrick O’Brian’s Captain Aubrey series as seen through the lens of Hayao Miyazaki. . . It's impossible not to admire The Left-Handed Fate for its epic scope, joyful evocation of life on the high seas and suspenseful mystery." ―The New York Times Book Review

Journey to the enchanting town of Dunnsmouth, where a young girl named Lucy discovers that her left-handedness holds a special significance in "Left-Handed Fate" by Kate Milford.

In a world brimming with magic and mystery, Lucy embarks on an extraordinary adventure filled with twists and turns. When her grandmother passes away, Lucy inherits a mysterious book that unlocks secrets about her family's past and the town's hidden history.

As Lucy delves deeper into the book's pages, she uncovers a forgotten prophecy and a powerful secret society called the Left-Handed Path. With the help of her loyal friends, Lucy must navigate a treacherous landscape of ancient curses, hidden passageways, and dangerous adversaries.

Amidst the excitement and danger, Lucy discovers the extraordinary abilities bestowed upon left-handed individuals. With her newfound powers, she embarks on a quest to unravel the prophecy and protect Dunnsmouth from impending doom.

"Left-Handed Fate" captivates readers with its rich tapestry of characters, heart-pounding action, and a captivating blend of magic, mystery, and adventure. Lucy's journey of self-discovery and the exploration of her unique abilities leave readers spellbound until the very last page.