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Name: Can I get there by candlelight?
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Author: Jean Slaughter Doty

📘 Can I get there by candlelight? by Jean Slaughter Doty

When Gail Simmons, a young girl, bonds with her pony, they encounter a girl from another era. Their unlikely friendship bridges different times, suggesting that connections can transcend the ordinary. The story combines elements of juvenile adventure and a gentle exploration of history through the eyes of a child.

First publish date: 1980

Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy

Authors: Jean Slaughter Doty

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