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by Alex Aster · Emblem Island #2
2021 · 352 pages · Sourcebooks, Inc.
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📚 Book 2 of a completed 2-book series
📊 Readers are divided — ratings range from 5.0 AMZ to 4.0 GR
🔍 Still under the radar — fewer than 1,000 Goodreads reviews
When a mysterious girl from a lost underwater city washes ashore with an urgent warning, Tor Luna and his friends realize that Emblem Island is in serious danger—and only a legendary sea pearl can save it. Thrust into another epic adventure aboard an enchanted ship, this ragtag crew must navigate treacherous waters, outsmart deadly enemies, and decide who to trust when betrayal lurks around every corner. There's plenty of humor, heart, and high stakes as they race to find the pearl before ruthless pirates destroy everything they love. If you're craving a swashbuckling adventure filled with magic, quirky friendships, and the kind of world-building that makes you want to dive right in, this is absolutely the book for you!
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Epic fantasy adventure with swelling orchestral moments, adventurous indie-folk energy, and moments of wonder. Think sweeping adventure scores mixed with ethereal vocals and driving rhythms—uplifting yet urgent, with hints of mystery and magic lurking beneath.
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