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During a summer of archaeological fieldwork by his parents, 11‑year‑old Drew is left in the care of his Aunt Blythe at the family mansion. The old house feels eerie, but the discovery of a bag of marbles with a cryptic warning and an ancient portrait of a boy who looks exactly like Drew brings a chilling twist. The portrait’s ghost, a boy named Andrew who died of a disease, appears and swaps clothes with Drew, transporting each to the other's era. While Andrew, living in the past, urges Drew to stay, the boy from the present must find a way back before it’s too late. This haunting adventure explores family ties, the passage of time, and the courage of a young protagonist.
The story blends supernatural suspense with the relatable challenges of adolescence, creating a thrilling exploration of family legacy and the mysteries hidden within old homes.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Mary Downing Hahn
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