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While starting a degree in German language and literature, A.R. Hellbender began writing her first book (in English).
She currently lives in Washington with her husband, three dogs, two cats and a leopard gecko.

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Average rating: 3.77 · 35 ratings · 18 reviews · 4 distinct works

	Unicorn Hunting (Unicorn Hunter, #1) 3.67 avg rating — 27 ratings — published 2013 — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Unicorn Revenge news coming soon!

My work on Unicorn Revenge, the 2nd and final book in the duology, is complete, and it is now in the hands of the publisher. I actually just got the cover for it today, and I’m over the moon about how amazing it is. But don’t worry, you guys won’t have to wait too long.

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