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The Brightest Night by Tui T. Sutherland
Rated: 4.61 of 5 stars · 39 ratingsThe dragonets struggle to fulfill the prophecy and -- somehow -- end the war in this thrilling new installment of the bestselling WINGS OF FIRE series!It all comes down to this: The Dragonets of Destiny must finally bring the epic war to an end, reconcile the seven tribes, and choose the next queen of Pyrrhia... and make it out alive... -
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Moon Rising by Tui T. Sutherland
Rated: 4.64 of 5 stars · 35 ratingsThe New York Times-bestselling series soars to even greater heights with a new prophecy and five new dragonets ready to claim their destiny!Peace has come to Pyrrhia . . . for now... -
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Darkness of Dragons by Tui T. Sutherland
Rated: 4.61 of 5 stars · 35 ratingsA young NightWing may have had the first true prophecy in generations . . . Something is coming to shake the earthSomething is coming to scorch the groundJade Mountain will fall beneath thunder and iceUnless the lost city of night can be found... -
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Darkstalker by Tui T. Sutherland
Rated: 4.61 of 5 stars · 35 ratingsThe first-ever special edition of the New York Times bestselling Wings of Fire series soars back in time to the origin of Pyrrhia's most dangerous dragon: Darkstalker.Three dragons. One unavoidable, unpredictable destiny. This is the beginning... of the end.In the SeaWing kingdom, a young prince learns he is an animus -- capable of wonderful magic that comes with a terrible price... -
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Escaping Peril by Tui T. Sutherland
Rated: 4.57 of 5 stars · 35 ratings"The New York Times and USA Today bestselling series soars to even greater heights with a new prophecy and five new dragonets ready to claim their destiny!Peril has been loyal to Queen Scarlet, who used her fatal firescales to kill countless dragons in the SkyWing arena. Now, Peril is loyal to Clay, the only dragonet who has ever been her friend... -
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Winter Turning by Tui T. Sutherland
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 36 ratingsDaring mission... or deadly mistake?Winter has been a disappointment to his royal IceWing family his whole life. When his sister, Icicle, runs away from Jade Mountain Academy, fleeing terrible crimes and possibly planning to commit more, Winter knows that they both need a second chance to make things right -- if only he can find her... -
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The Hive Queen by Tui T. Sutherland
Rated: 4.57 of 5 stars · 32 ratingsGrowing up in the hives, Cricket has always had a million questions... -
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The Land of Stories #1-6 by Chris Colfer
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsDive into the complete #1 New York Times bestselling series The Land of Stories with this beautiful gift set.Through the mysterious powers of a cherished book of stories, twins Alex and Conner leave their world behind and find themselves in a foreign land full of wonder and magic where they come face-to-face with the fairy tale characters they grew up reading about... -
![The Lost Continent by Tui T. Sutherland]()
The Lost Continent by Tui T. Sutherland
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 32 ratingsFor centuries there have been rumors of another continent on the dragons' planet -- another land far across the ocean, populated by tribes of dragons very different from those we know. But there's never been any evidence, and most dragons dismissed the rumors as fairy tales. Until now. Because it turns out the stories are true. And the other tribes are coming... -
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Talons of Power by Tui T. Sutherland
Rated: 4.51 of 5 stars · 36 ratingsThe war is over. The false prophecy has been fulfilled. But the dragonets still have enemies. A dark evil, buried for centuries, is stirring.And a young NightWing may have had the first true prophecy in generations . . .Something is coming to shake the earthSomething is coming to scorch the groundJade Mountain will fall beneath thunder and iceUnless the lost city of night can be found... -
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The Dangerous Gift by Tui T. Sutherland
Rated: 4.57 of 5 stars · 29 ratingsThe #1 New York Times bestselling series continues!Snowfall didn't expect to be queen of the IceWings at such a young age, but now that she is, she's going to be the best queen ever. All she has to do is keep her tribe within IceWing territory, where it's safe -- while keeping every other tribe out, where they belong... -
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Dragonslayer by Tui T. Sutherland
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsThis special edition of the #1 New York Times bestselling Wings of Fire series soars back in time to give readers a glimpse of Pyrrhia through new eyes.In the shadow of wings . . . humans fight for survival. Ivy doesn't trust the Dragonslayer. He may be her father and the beloved ruler of Valor, but she knows he's hiding more than the treasure from the sand dragon he killed two decades ago... -
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The Poison Jungle by Tui T. Sutherland
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 35 ratingsSome secrets are deadly.It's no secret that Sundew wants to destroy the HiveWings. It's her life's mission to exact revenge on the tribe that tried to wipe out the LeafWings and ripped every tree from the surface of Pantala.Every tree, that is, except the wild and dangerous Poison Jungle, where the surviving LeafWings have been hiding since the war... -
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The Reckoning: The Legend of Oescienne by Jenna Elizabeth Johnson
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA powerful dragon guardian, a headstrong heroine, and a destiny that will make them both the greatest legends of their time ... The epic conclusion is finally here! "Dragons, mysteries, and heroes of mythic proportions ... A great and very satisfying read." ★★★★★ Ever since leaving her home in Oescienne, Jahrra has known the fate awaiting her in the kingdom of Ghorium...Categorized as:
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Dragon Rise by D.K. Holmberg
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsDragons will return, but who will control them? After betraying both the empire and the rebellion, Fes and Jayell travel alone, struggling to remain safe when a daring break-in that might provide the needed leverage goes awry...Categorized as:
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Dragon Assassin by Arthur Slade
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsCarmen wants to graduate. But the emperor wants her dead. Her classmates might, too. At least she has a dragon on her side. Carmen is days from graduation at assassin school. She's desperate to finish ahead of her twin brother and the rest of the class. They’ve been trained to hunt using giant black swans, but Carmen has discovered a dragon. All she has to do is get on his back...Categorized as:
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Avenger by Robert J. Crane
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsThe world of Arkaria is a dangerous place, filled with dragons, titans, goblins and other dangers. Those who live in this world are faced with two choices: live an ordinary life, or become an adventurer and seek the extraordinary.When a series of attacks on convoys draws suspicion that Sanctuary is involved, Cyrus Davidon must put aside his personal struggles and try to find the raiders... -
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Starfire by Jennifer Lynn Alvarez
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsFans of the Warriors, Survivors, and Guardians of Ga’Hoole series will love this first book in an action-packed tween fantasy series about winged horses from debut author Jennifer Lynn Alvarez. The Guardian Herd: Starfire tells the thrilling story of a young foal, Star, who controls the fate of the land of Anok and the five pegasi herds that live there... -
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Wings of Fire by Tui T. Sutherland
Rated: 4.35 of 5 stars · 23 ratingsDiscover the first four dragon-bite-sized Winglets stories from the #1 New York Times bestselling Wings of Fire series, now newly available together! Everyone knows the stories. . . but does anyone know the truth?Fiercetooth, a NightWing obsessed with what could have -- and should have -- been. Deathbringer, desperate to prove himself as the next great NightWing assassin... -
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The Legend of Oescienne - The Ascending by Jenna Elizabeth Johnson
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsMighty dragons, magical elves, mystical witches, and a strong heroine determined to save their world."If you love dragons, elves, and all the hallmarks of fantasy adventure, you'll love this continuing saga." ★★★★★A year has passed since the Tanaan dragon Jaax and his human ward, Jahrra, came to live within the protected boundaries of Lidien, the great City of Light...Categorized as:
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Dragon Link by Ava Richardson
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFor sixteen-year-old Nova Harris, the last nine years in Florida have been a constant stream of disappointment. With her father dead and her mother missing, she’s been shuffled from one foster home to another...Categorized as:
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Dragon's Fate by Ava Richardson
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA tragedy, a plague, and a dragon rider’s destiny….Kira’s heart is broken when her stepfather dies in a dragon-riding accident. When it becomes clear that his dragon, Axel, is gravely ill, she knows she can’t take another loss. The only hope to heal him seems to rest with her mother’s old friend, who lives in the far-off city of Caravon...Categorized as:
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The Awakening by Jenna Elizabeth Johnson
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsGrowing up is never easy, but for Jahrra, seventeen years has brought its own unique share of hardships. She’s made both friends and enemies; has felt both joy and sorrow. Yet she has persevered through it all and has finally learned to know and accept who she is. Unfortunately, her trials and tribulations are only just beginning . .Categorized as:
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Anakisha's Dragon by Eileen Mueller
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA feisty street fighter avenging her dead brother. A dashing dragon rider in the right place at the wrong time. And an unlikely pirate captain with nothing left to lose.Being a dragon rider is not in Anakisha’s plans. And Anakisha’s stubborn. She’s not giving up her dreams anytime soon... -
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![Explorers on Black Ice Bridge by Alex Bell]()
Explorers on Black Ice Bridge by Alex Bell
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsIn the third magical Stella Starflake adventure the explorers meet gargoyles, sea-gremlins, mermaids, red devil squids - even a Gentleman Flamingo!Ice princess Stella Starflake and her father Felix are in trouble: President Fogg has expelled them from the Polar Bear Explorers' Club, and banned them from going on any further expeditions...Categorized as:
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Windborn by Jennifer Lynn Alvarez
Rated: 4.52 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsIt has been many moons since Star received his powers, and in that time, Star and his friends have been through constant struggle. Now, Star truly has his toughest, most deadly challenge yet. Nightwing the Destroyer has captured all pegasi of Anok, including Star’s friends. And when Star learns of Nightwing’s deadly plan for the captured herd, he knows the time has come to fight...Categorized as:
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Explorers on Witch Mountain by Alex Bell
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsSecond book in the Polar Bear Explorer Club series. Stella Starflake Pearl is eagerly anticipating her next expedition. Suddenly disaster strikes when Stella’s father, Felix, is snatched by a fearsome witch. Stella must bring her magic ice princess tiara to Witch Mountain or she will never see Felix again! But no one ever returns from Witch Mountain..Categorized as:
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![Not Your Typical Dragon by Dan Bar-el, Tim Bowers]()
Not Your Typical Dragon by Dan Bar-el, Tim Bowers
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsEverybody knows your typical dragon breathes fire.But when Crispin tries to breathe fire on his seventh birthday, fire doesn't come out—only whipped cream! Each time Crispin tries to breathe fire, he ends up withBand-Aidsmarshmallowsteddy bears?Crispin wonders if he’ll ever find his inner fire...Categorized as:
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![Truthmarked by David Estes]()
Truthmarked by David Estes
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsThe Hundred Years War rages on, with tensions between kingdoms growing ever more strained...To the north and west...While Annise Gäric and her forces march on Castle Hill to retake the northern throne, her cousin, Rhea Loren, wages a naval war against Blackstone... -
![Impossible Creatures by Katherine Rundell]()
Impossible Creatures by Katherine Rundell
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsTwo kids race to save the world’s last magical place in the first book of a landmark new fantasy series, from “a writer with an utterly distinctive voice and a wild imagination.” (Philip Pullman, author of The Golden Compass) “Katherine Rundell is a phenomenon. She crafts original and brilliant books that delight readers of all ages and kinds... -
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Isadora Moon Gets in Trouble by Harriet Muncaster
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFans of Vampirina and the Princess in Black series will love Isadora Moon: half-fairy, half-vampire, totally unique--and totally in BIG trouble!Isadora wants to take Pink Rabbit to class for "Bring Your Pet to School Day." But her older cousin Mirabelle has a much better plan--why not take a dragon? What could possibly go wrong. .Categorized as:
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J.K. Rowling's Wizarding World - The Dark Arts by Jody Revenson, J.K. Rowling
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsCelebrate 20 years of Harry Potter magic! A fascinating guide to the Dark Arts of the Harry Potter films and Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, these pages cover both dark wizards and the heroes who rise up to combat them - from Dumbledore's Army and the Order of the Phoenix to the Hogwarts Defence Against the Dark Arts class and the Aurors of MACUSA... -
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The Beginning by Jenna Elizabeth Johnson
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsTwelve years have passed since Jahrra arrived in Oescienne and became the responsibility of the old Korli dragon Hroombra; yet much can happen in twelve years. So far, Jahrra’s life has been filled with adventure, danger, friendship and even loss...Categorized as:
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The Mage of Trelian by Michelle Knudsen
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsDragon fire, dark magic, and the bonds of friendship clash in a thrilling finale to the middle-grade fantasy trilogy by best-selling author Michelle Knudsen.Apprentice mage Calen shocked everyone when he disappeared—apparently willingly—with Krelig, the incredibly powerful and evil mage intent on destroying the Magistatum and forcing the world to submit to his rule... -
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![The Gryphon's Lair by Kelley Armstrong]()
The Gryphon's Lair by Kelley Armstrong
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe exciting follow-up book in the fantastical duology for ages 10-14 by NYT bestselling author, Kelley Armstrong.Rowan is now the Royal Monster Hunter, and her twin brother, Rhydd, is destined to be king. But her mother's cousin Heward is still determined that his children be the ones to inherit the titles, and will stop at nothing to show that Rowan and Rhydd are too immature to properly lead... -
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The Dragon Defenders by James Russell
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe wild and wonderful island home of Flynn and Paddy holds an incredible secret - dragons live there!But when evil boss The Pitbull finds out, he sends his men to kill one, and to bring back a dragon's egg, so that he can hatch it in his private zoo.Flynn and Paddy's job is to stop them, and protect the island's dragons...Categorized as:
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Book One: Moon by Aaron Ehasz
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWith their world on the brink of war, three young heroes from opposite sides of the conflict embark on a dangerous quest that could change everything. This beautiful book expands on the events of Season 1 of the hit Netflix show The Dragon Prince.Moonshadow elvin assassin Rayla has bound herself to a mission: kill the human king Harrow and the young prince Ezran... -
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Elspeth by Kate O'Hearn
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsKira and Elspeth have already broken First Law many times over. Now outlawed and running for their lives, they are determined to stand amongst the men and fight the unjust First Law that binds the kingdom. But cruel Lord Dorcon still stands in their way and the heat of his chase is stronger than ever, in the thrilling sequel to Shadow of the Dragon, Kira...Categorized as:
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The Princess who Flew with Dragons by Stephanie Burgis
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsPrincess Sofia of Drachenheim is sick of being used for her older sister’s political gains. At twelve years old, she’s already been a hostage to invading dragons and a promised future fiancé to a wicked fairy. Her only comfort lies in writing letters to her pen pal and best friend--Jasper, a young dragon whom she's never even met... -
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Claw the Giant Ape by Adam Blade
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsNew Beasts. Old Magic. Everyone in Avantia knows the terrors of the jungle: creatures that pluck men from the ground and eat them whole; plants whose rich scents could overwhelm a person at twenty paces. Few dare to enter--and fewer still return. But Tom has no choice... -
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Clan Ground by Clare Bell
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe wildcat Ratha, leader of the Named, thanks the flickering Red Tongue for her power. All her clan offers homage to the fire. An Un-Named cat hopes to worship with them and move among them. Ratha fears and respects the flame in the newcomer's eyes. Quelling her doubt, Ratha grants the stranger's wish, and calls him Shongshar. She has yet to find out whether trust or fury burns beneath his gaze... -
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Epos The Winged Flame by Adam Blade, Stephen Cole
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsOne boy's journey to save his village becomes a quest to save the Kingdom.Tom and Elenna must journey on to face the last of the Beasts enslaved by the evil wizard Malvel: the Winged Flame, a phoenix of terrible power. It has been been slowly awakening a long-dead volcano. If Tom and Elenna cannot stop the Beast in time, it could mean a deadly eruption... -
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Zepha The Monster Squid by Adam Blade
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsWhen Tom defeated Epos the Winged Flame, he thought his Beast Quest was over. He was wrong. The Dark Wizard Malvel has returned with new Beasts and a new plan to destroy the kingdom of Avantia. And this time, each beast hides a piece of the legendary Golden Armor - armor that once belonged to Tom's father Taladon...Categorized as:
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The Son of Summer Stars by Meredith Ann Pierce
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsThe Final Volume of the Firebringer Trilogy A secret haunts Jan's dying father, Korr a secret so dark that, if exposed, could bring the downfall of the Firebringer. Jan is left with its terrible burden, and an impossible choice: renounce Tek, his beloved mate, and lose forever the kingship of the unicorns, or return and face the consequences of his father's acts, and of his own...Categorized as:
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Dark Moon by Meredith Ann Pierce
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsVolume Two of the Firebringer Trilogy“Carefully plotted, with satisfying action and fully developed, intriguing characters, this is sure to please fantasy lovers.”—Booklist He was the youngest prince the unicorns had ever known: Aljan son-of-Korr, Dark Moon...Categorized as:
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The Adventurers Guild by Zack Loran Clark, Nick Eliopulos
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsDisney-Hyperion has acquired world rights to a middle-grade fantasy series called The Adventurers Guild, by Zack Clark and Nick Eliopulos, in a three-book deal... -
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The Last Hunt by Bruce Coville
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsReaders will be on the edge of their seats with this concluding episode of the riveting best-selling series by one of America's most gifted fantasy writers.In the center if Luster stands an enormous tree called the Axis Mundi, the Heart of the World. But now that tree is wounded, pierced through by magic. And through that wound marches an army of Hunters, led by the sinister and vengeful Beloved... -
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Birth of the Firebringer by Meredith Ann Pierce
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsJan, the prince of the unicorns, is high-spirited, reckless-and the despair of his mighty father, Korr. Reluctantly, Korr allows Jan to accompany the other initiate warriors on a pilgrimage. Soon Jan's curiosity leads him, along with his friend Dagg, and their mentor, the female warrior Tek, into the greatest dangers-deadly gryphons, sly pans, wyverns, pards, and renegade unicorns... -
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Iron Dragon by D.K. Holmberg
Rated: 4.28 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsAn Epic Fantasy Adventure To protect the dragon misfits, he must first understand them. Jason has returned to the normalcy of the mountain village, but nothing is as it had been. Now connected to the Ice Dragon and responsible for keeping his presence a secret, it won’t be long before the Dragon Souls return. They know the Ice Dragon exists and will stop at nothing to control him...Categorized as:
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Spark by Sarah Beth Durst
Rated: 4.23 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsWhen a shy girl and her dragon-like companion discover their country’s idyllic weather comes at a steep—and secret—cost, they recruit fellow students to defy authority and attempt to spread the truth.Storm beasts and their guardians create perfect weather every day, and Mina longs for a storm beast of her own...
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