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The Melendy children, Daniel and sisters, confront the challenges of leaving their city life behind for the open fields of rural America. Their new farmhouse, filled with odd additions—including an unplanned fourth floor—provides a backdrop for both mysterious discoveries and everyday moments. As the family settles into their new home, they experience a mix of small misadventures and grand adventures that reveal the wonder of living in a place where every room holds a surprise.
First publish date: 1942
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Elizabeth Enright
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