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In "A Midsummer Night's Death," a boy is deeply affected by the sudden death of his English teacher. Fired from his life, he believes the suicide verdict may be false and embarks on a quest for truth within his school community. With his determination and curiosity, he uncovers clues that challenge the official account and forces him to reβexamine the boundaries of trust, authority and friendship.
First publish date: 1978
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: K. M. Peyton
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