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When Jo, an adventurous eleven‑year‑old, steps onto a mysterious carousel, she is suddenly transported seven years into the future. The ride comes with unexpected consequences, as Jo and her fellow riders face a pivotal choice that may reshape reality. Set against a fantastical backdrop of time travel and whimsical wonder, the story explores the implications of altering the past for a young hero and her companions.
First publish date: April 1991
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Emily Rodda
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