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In a quiet English home, eight‑year‑old Rose is drawn into a mystery when her friend Tom returns to the United States and leaves no forwarding address. Her curiosity forces her to investigate the identity of her adopted sister Saffy’s father, a revelation that brings family secrets into sharp focus. As Rose navigates friendship, family ties, and self‑confidence, she learns that the truth can bring both connection and challenge to those she loves.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Hilary McKay
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