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The Alden children’s new home with their grandfather marks only the beginning of their adventures. When they learn they’ll spend the summer on a private island, they realize the island’s friendly resident might harbor a secret. The story follows the siblings as they navigate new surroundings, friendships, and hidden mysteries in a family‑focused, island setting.
First publish date: 2018
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Daniel Chuba
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