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The ebony swan

by Phyllis A. Whitney (1993)

About this book

When Lisa Somers becomes a tour guide at the United Nations, she is following her desire to escape from the shadow of her father's fame as a radio commentator and find herself as an individual.

Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreThe ebony swan Lead Character

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