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Perdita, a solitary and enigmatic girl, meets a blind child and the child’s brother on the remote Scottish island of Skua. Together they bond as they search for rare orchids, explore the island’s rugged caves, and encounter jewel thieves, weaving a plot of adventure, mystery, and friendship. The story blends detective elements with the whimsical charm of a children’s tale set against the rugged Scottish landscape.
First publish date: 1966
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Nina Bawden
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