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Part 1: “Bool Hunt”

Part 1 Lisey's Story Part 1

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Part 2: “Sowisa”

Part 2, Chapters 5-8

Lisey's Story Part 2, Chapters 5-8

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Part 2, Chapters 9-11

Lisey's Story Part 2, Chapters 9-11

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Part 2, Chapters 12-15

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Part 3: “Lisey’s Story”

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