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Irinya has wanted to be a flower hunter ever since her mother disappeared into the mysterious mist of the Rann salt flats one night. Now seventeen, Irinya uses her knowledge of magical flowers to help her caravan survive in the harsh desert. When her handsome hunting partner and childhood friend…

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1 author picked Flower and Thorn as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

The setting of historic India is fascinating and the author really brought it to life with authenticity. There's a sexy villain and I was proud of the heroine for resisting his advances. I also really enjoyed the unique magic built into rare flowers.

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