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Chad, a curious and brave ten‑year‑old, visits his friend Jeannie’s eccentric Aunt Rosebud at a boarding house rumored to be haunted. While exploring the old home, he discovers a missing diamond bracelet and becomes drawn into a mystery that may involve supernatural activity. The story blends family dynamics, friendship, and a touch of ghostly intrigue in a setting of old, creaky rooms.
First publish date: 1998
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Betty Ren Wright
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