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Drowned Wednesday

by Garth Nix

Arthur is carried from his hospital bed to a deadly sea where pirates, storms, and Nothing await.

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About Drowned Wednesday

Arthur Penhaligon is injured and recovering when Drowned Wednesday sends a ship to collect him from his bed and carry him back to the House. On the treacherous Border Sea, Arthur faces pirates, storms, creatures made of Nothing, and a monstrous beast that cannot stop eating. To protect the Secondary Realms, he must uncover more of the Architect’s mystery, find the third part of the Will, and claim the Third Key.

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Spice
None
Darkness
Balanced
Pacing
Balanced

Series

The Keys to the Kingdom · Book 3 of 7

Content warnings
  • gore
  • kidnapping
  • physical injury
  • asthma attacks

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