A crack runs through Rustgate. Many years ago, the earth opened up in the middle of the city, and magical beings swarmed out. The crack was filled in – but the beings remained, despite the relentless hunting of them. One day, when a unique and mysterious creature hatches from an egg, the life of the orphan girl Nelly changes forever. Camou is half bat, half chameleon, with a hint of dragon. Wild and playful, and incredibly gluttonous. He grows at an astonishing rate, and Nelly, who has found refuge at the legendary Star Circus, is to train him for the entertainment of high society. However, Camou longs for freedom, a seemingly impossible wish. For in Rustgate, free magical animal beings are in constant danger. A captivating adventure about a strong underdog heroine and her playful yet powerful mythical creature – wonderfully emotional told by bestselling author Kira Gembri. All set against the backdrop of a historically fantastical England populated by wizards, fairies, and unique animal beings. A gripping adventure about a strong underdog heroine and her playful yet powerful dragon creature. With the magic of an all-conquering friendship. An atmospheric setting in a historically fantastical London. Wonderfully emotional told by bestselling author Kira Gembri.