SuitabookFate and free will
Metty receives a magical tattoo predicting that she will be a murderer, despite hoping for an exciting destiny such as travel or adventure.
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Philippa Leathley - Author
This is a magical mystery adventure about a child confronting a frightening prediction about her identity while investigating her father’s disappearance and rumours of a secretive organisation.
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Sign in for personalised guidanceThis is a magical mystery adventure about a child confronting a frightening prediction about her identity while investigating her father’s disappearance and rumours of a secretive organisation.
Metty receives a magical tattoo predicting that she will be a murderer, despite hoping for an exciting destiny such as travel or adventure.
After Metty’s father disappears, Aunt Magnificent takes her to New London, where rumours of the Black Moths may connect with her dark fate.
The skull tattoo and the word “murderer” create a dark premise, while a parent’s mysterious disappearance and shadowy rumours may add suspense.
This is a grounded book brief while Suitabook strengthens the analysis: the current material supports only a cautious reading; another book-specific source is still needed.
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