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Val and Alix learn that their family has inherited half of an unusual island off the coast of Maine. Captivated by its beauty, they soon confront strange phenomena: howling dogs that never appear on the island, and an old wooden Indian that materializes in Alix’s bedroom. Suspicion grows as the girls wonder whether Mrs. Brancroft, the other half‑owner, her enigmatic housekeeper, or Alix’s crush Simon is behind the unsettling events.
Set in a gothic, suspenseful atmosphere, the story blends family dynamics, romance, and paranormal mystery, appealing to young readers who enjoy adventure and detection on an isolated island.
First publish date: 1982
Genre: Suspense/Supernatural Suspense
Authors: Elisabeth Ogilvie
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