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When reading aloud in her South African school, Sarie struggles with nerves. With the support of her friend Auntie Anna, they find a book about Cinderella hidden in Auntie Anna’s old car and begin a shared reading adventure that strengthens their friendship.
First publish date: 2003
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Niki Daly
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