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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?

In the realm of intrigue and adventure, "The Left-Handed Fate" by Kate Milford beckons you to embark on a captivating journey. Step into a world where the threads of fate intertwine, guided by the enigmatic Left-Handed Fate, a clandestine organization that wields power in the shadows.

At the heart of this enthralling tale lies Lucy Bluecrowne, a young woman with a mysterious past and a unique talent for swordplay. As she becomes entangled in the Left-Handed Fate's intricate web of secrets, Lucy finds herself caught between warring factions, each with their own hidden agendas.

Accompanied by a colorful cast of characters, including an enigmatic thief, a sly spymaster, and an eccentric fortune-teller, Lucy embarks on a perilous quest to uncover the truth about her past and unravel the sinister plots that threaten to plunge the kingdom into chaos.

With each twist and turn, Milford's masterful storytelling captivates readers, weaving a tapestry of political intrigue, thrilling action, and heartwarming friendships. "The Left-Handed Fate" is a testament to the power of resilience and the indomitable spirit of those who dare to challenge destiny.

Dive into the pages of this captivating novel and experience the exhilarating journey of Lucy Bluecrowne as she unravels the secrets of the Left-Handed Fate and forges her own destiny against all odds.