The Shamer's Daughter: Book 1

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The Shamer's Daughter: Book 1 by Lene Kaaberbol follows Dina, a young girl who inherits her mother's extraordinary ability to make people feel shame for their misdeeds just by looking into their eyes. When her mother is accused of a crime, Dina must use her gift to uncover the truth and save her family. Set in a world of dragons and medieval intrigue, this tale combines fantasy with personal growth.
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You might enjoy this book if you love tales of magic and adventure in a medieval fantasy setting. It explores themes of courage, family, and self-discovery, following a young girl who inherits a unique ability that both empowers and isolates her. With its engaging plot and relatable protagonist, it's a great read for young fans of fantasy who appreciate a blend of mystery and moral challenges.

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The Shamer's Daughter: Book 1

The first step into the thrilling middle-grade fantasy world of The Shamer Chronicles.

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The Shamer's Daughter: Book 1 by Lene Kaaberbol tells the story of Dina, who has unwillingly inherited her mother's gift: the ability to elicit shamed confessions simply by looking into someone's eyes. To Dina, however, these powers are not a gift but a curse. Surrounded by fear and hostility, she longs for simple friendship.

But when her mother is called to Dunark Castle to uncover the truth about a bloody triple murder, Dina must come to terms with her power—or let her mother fall prey to the vicious and revolting dragons of Dunark.

Series: The Shamer Chronicles

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The Shamer's Daughter by Lene Kaaberbol is highly praised for its engaging storytelling and original concept. It is likened to classic fantasy series such as His Dark Materials and The Chronicles of Narnia. Reviews highlight it as a gripping page-turner, brimming with action and intrigue, and commend its thoughtful narrative and intriguing magical elements. The book's standalone nature is appreciated, with readers eagerly anticipating the continuation of the series.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781782692256

Publisher: Pushkin Children's Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 July 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Pushkin Children's Books

Contributors:

  • Translated by Lene Kaaberbol

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 208

About the Author

An award-winning and highly acclaimed writer of fantasy, Lene Kaaberbol was born in 1960, grew up in the Danish countryside and had her first book published at the age of 15. Since then she has written more than 30 books for children and young adults. Lene's huge international breakthrough came with The Shamer Chronicles, which is published in more than 25 countries selling over a million copies worldwide.

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