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In the bustling streets of 1970s San Francisco, Julia takes on the task of caring for Ivy’s talking parrot while Ivy’s friend travels abroad. As the days unfold, odd occurrences begin to ring through Ivy’s home, raising unease. The mystery deepens when Julia realizes that the shenanigans may be connected to an old friend who once shared adventures with her. Suspicion, secrecy, and friendship intertwine as Julia strives to uncover the truth behind the strange happenings and safeguard the beloved parrot.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Kathleen O'Dell
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