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351 p. : map New Zealand author Some secrets refuse to be contained. Some change the shape of the world. (Cover) Summary: Thirteen-year-old Risha is living a simple life in the mountains with her father when he suddenly dies. Risha is left alone and discovers she is no longer welcome in her village. Disguised as a boy, Risha, leaves the village with a group of traders on a quest to find out the truth about her mother and her true heritage

AWARDS:
Shortlisted for LIANZA Children's Book Awards: Young Adult Fiction Award 2014.