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A brother and sister's quiet life at their new home takes an unexpected turn when they encounter two strange children in the garden. The children lead them on a journey that crosses centuries, blending elements of fantasy with the eerie presence of ghosts. As time shifts, the siblings confront the past and the haunting mysteries of the places they visit.
First publish date: 1969
Genre: Fantasy/Historical Fantasy
Authors: Antonia Barber
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