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Molly and Miri Gill, identical twins who think and act alike, discover they were not always twins: Miri traveled back to 1935 to rescue Molly from an evil adoptive family. Their shared magical ability allows them to “set things right.” When a repair to their ancient house unleashes unexpected magic, the sisters embark on a new time‑travel adventure that takes them to the Civil War. All set in a narrative blending family bonds, historical moments, and whimsical magic.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Annie Barrows
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