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The Runaway

The Runaway

by Angela Mc Allister (Author)

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    Paperback 2009

    $4.34
Synopsis

Megan, frightened, guilty, and running from everything she's ever known. When Megan arrives at what she believes to be a deserted mansion, she encounters the mysterious Marguerite, blind and despised, with only two silent, watchful owls as her companions. Her eyes. Megan and Marguerite come to depend on one another. Theirs is a strange relationship, but the deserted, almost derelict house, they inhabit is the perfect place for hiding secrets. But Tom, always watching, waiting, biding his time, is determined to bring this fragile world crashing down...With richly drawn characters and a well-plotted story, this is a haunting tale of loss and revenge, of friendship and the power of forgiveness.

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More Information

Format: Paperback
 Pages: 192
 Edition: 1
 Publisher: Orion Children's Books
Published: 25 Jun 2009
ISBN 10: 1842555995
ISBN 13: 9781842555996
Children’s book age: 9-11 Years
 Book Overview: A runaway girl hides in an almost derelict house, the perfect place for so many secrets.

Media Reviews
'A spooky, atmospheric tale' -- Susan Elkin INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY 'This is a terrific evocation of country life as it might have been lived, full of enthusiasm for time and place, and a wonderfully conjured summer's heat which readers of 12 and over will love' -- Toby Clements TELEGRAPH 'The Runaway is a beautifully written, compelling story of turning darkness into light.' LOVEREADING4KIDS 'McAllister's intriguing historical mystery story will keep readers gripped as the secrets are gradually revealed and resolution eventually achieved' BOOKS FOR KEEPS 'This is a very atmospheric book that yields its secrets gradually. I loved its mix of the supernatural and the mysterious, its remote, period setting, its references to Megan's power to heal which failed her at the crucial moment.' CORNFLOWER BOOKS BLOG 'Angela McAllister uses vivid descriptions of characters and places to create a rather haunting tale of guilt, revenge and the quest for forgiveness' SOUTH WALES ECHO
Author Bio
Angela McAllister has written over thirty children's books. She lives in Hampshire with her husband and their two children, who are often the inspiration for her stories.