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Amber Brown, a typical elementary school student, is excited for her first Halloween after the summer break. She and her friends plan costumes and trick‑or‑treat routes. Meanwhile, Amber is concerned that the tension between her parents might dim the holiday spirit. The story unfolds as she navigates the joys and challenges of school life, family dynamics, and the spooky excitement of Halloween.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Paula Danziger
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