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loss, magic, mystery, coming of age, friendship, family, politics, intrigue, shape-shifting, disguise
Because her father vanished there, Ista Flit is visiting the mysterious town of Shelwich. She searches for him until a terrible dark creature with wings tries to attack her. Thankfully, a mysterious man called Alexo saves her from the Grilk—but he also takes her father's clarinet from her, only promising to return it once she has run twenty errands for him. Ista has a unique ability to sneak around stealing things for Alexo because her magical gift is shape-shifting. The Tide brings almost everyone a special gift, and when it is high, the gift is at its strongest. While running errands for Alexo, Ista bumps into a boy called Nat, who is trying to discover the mystery behind the terrifying Grilks that stalk the streets at night, stealing people. He and Ista team up to find answers. One terrible night, two people are taken by Grilks—a little girl called Sav and Padley, the innkeeper Ista is staying with. Soon after, Sav's sister, Ruby, seeks Nat and Ista for help finding Sav. An intriguing and mysterious fantasy story for fans of Pinch Perkins and Harry Potter.