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The Alden family—brothers and sisters—visit an old camp in Quebec, Canada, where they quickly notice unsettling occurrences that appear aimed at driving them out. Suspicion grows as they investigate the camp’s secrets and confront the enigmatic forces at work.
Through the mystery and the siblings’ camaraderie, the story explores themes of courage, family loyalty, and the unknown lurking in secluded locations.
First publish date: 2001
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Gertrude Chandler Warner
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