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Annabel, a fourteen‑year‑old, travels to her relatives’ farm for the first time. Although she feels uneasy around her cousins, a quiet cat’s cry and an abandoned house on the property spark curiosity. As she investigates, she uncovers a forty‑year‑old feud, hints of a possible murder, and connections to her grandparents. The story intertwines family secrets, feline clues, and supernatural hints in a mystery that keeps readers guessing.
First publish date: 1984
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Beverly Butler
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