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House of Ghosts

By Ann Turnbull

A powerful ghost story by an acclaimed master of historical fiction.

The day twelve-year-old Grace Evans moves into her new home, she is thrilled to discover a painting that has been hidden there since 1861. But then she begins seeing the ghost of an unhappy girl -- and is confronted with a world of secrets. It's only when she meets Adam that Grace finds someone to confide in. Together they set out to bring peace to the house of ghosts...

  • A sophisticated, gripping tale of suspense from the author of "No Shame, No Fear", which was shortlisted for the Whitbread Children's Book Award and the Guardian Children's Fiction Prize in 2004.
  • A surprise twist in the ending will keep readers guessing until the end!

About the author

Ann Turnbull is best known for her novels, which include "Deep Water", "No Shame, No Fear", its sequel "Forged in the Fire" and "Pigeon Summer", which was shortlisted for the Smarties Book Prize.

ISBN: 9781406309638
Imprint: Walker Books
Distributor: TL Distribution in Australia & Macmillan Publishers in New Zealand
Binding: Paperback
Release Date: April 1, 2008
Dimensions: 130 x 200mm, 144pp
Stock Status: Frontlist Title
Australian RRP: $14.95
New Zealand RRP: $16.99
Stock Level: Low Stock

Last updated on 04/04/08 at 01:02:32
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