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New Zealand author
Summary: Unwanted and unloved by her mother, Ariana is a very unhappy teenager. Constant moves leave her without friends and her mother's new partner is far from welcoming. As she struggles to adjust to yet another change of town and home, Ariana discovers a forest haven and a mysterious key which opens up for her an extraordinary world of magic, friendship and love. But Ariana soon realises her newfound happiness has come at a high price for those around her. Is she prepared to fight to protect those who have welcomed her so warmly? And what chance does she have of overcoming a force of evil whose powers are terrifying? (Back cover)