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The Frost Ridge. First Circle

Name: The Frost Ridge. First Circle
Rating: 4.54 (362 reviews)
Author: Mike Ignatov

Mike Ignatov December 9, 2021

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Woods that hide thousands of ferocious beasts in their shadow. A place where adventures, fights, and dangerous secrets await. The desire to reunite his family and a dream is so similar to his father’s. A teen who hides his secrets, not wanting to become a valuable prize for those who are hungry for profit.
What is he willing to do to earn money for his family? Will he be able to risk their lives for their own sake? And will this be enough to cope with all that the Heavens have in store for him?

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