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The Navigator of New York

by Wayne Johnston (2002)

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The Navigator of New York by Wayne Johnston is an acclaimed literary masterpiece celebrating major critical honors and timeless storytelling.

Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraContemporary
Protagonist / CoreNotable Characters

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