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In "Birdy and the Ghosties," a young Scottish girl discovers she has a rare second sight—a form of precognition that allows her to glimpse supernatural events. Though she initially sees little use for this gift, her life changes dramatically when a group of ghosties arrive. As she navigates the secrets of these restless apparitions, the girl must decide how to use her unusual ability to protect herself and those around her.
First publish date: December 31, 1994
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Jill Paton Walsh
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