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STELLAR STORIES: Sisters of Glass

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Sisters of Glass
Sisters of Glass Series #1
By Naomi Cyprus
Harper Collins Publishing, 2017, Fiction, 377 pages.

Have you ever wondered if your reflection in the mirror is really you or some alternate world version of you? If you have, this book might be just perfect for you!

Many years ago there was a war that ended the use of all magic in New Hadar, but Nalah longs to use the power that she feels ever present inside of her. When she is given the opportunity to practice her magic and create a special mirror for a family friend, Nalah is unable to resist. After the mirror is complete however, Nalah begins to notice that her reflection doesn't look quite right. When her father is taken into the mirror by a powerful enemy, Nalah comes to realize that the reflection she was seeing was not her at all, but her tawam (mirror twin), Halan. Inside the mirror is a whole society living in a land where magic is both used and revered.

This mirror land is in danger however when the man who took Nalah's father threatens to take over the kingdom and destroy it. Nalah must work with Halan quickly to save not only her father, but also the whole mirror kingdom before it is destroyed and all is lost.

The first book in an up and coming series, this story is a great read for anyone who loves magic, action and adventure. A wonderful tale of family loyalty, making new friends and discovering personal strength that is worth picking up off the shelf.

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