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    The Black Widow
    The Black Widow
    The Black Widow
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    The Black Widow

    By Mayumi Cruz

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    Step into the world of Filipino folklore in The Black Widow. Featuring the Philippine mythological creatures of encantada, tikbalang, and kapre, this is a story of love, revenge, and duty.


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    Monsters fall in love, too.


    When beautiful Marie arrived in our small village deep in the forest, she brought joy and love to my people.

    Especially to me. I am Datu, their King.

    But she is not what she seems. Her compassionate smile masks the anger burning in her heart and an insatiable thirst for revenge.

    It was too late when I discover her treachery. The verdict of Death is unavoidable.

    And while it pains me to bid her goodbye, I am consoled by the fact that I have done my duty.
     

    Our legacy will endure.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherMayumi Cruz
    Release dateFeb 18, 2021
    ISBN9798201735159
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