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The book revolves around the two young girls, Alice and Rose, who believe that one of them is a changeling. This belief leads them to live very different lives. They are both young and have been living with their aunt and uncle who have adopted them. Their aunt is a kind and caring person, but her husband, Edward, is a strict man who dislikes children. Alice is a bright and curious child, while Rose is more timid. The story follows their journey as they try to prove their belief and find out the truth about their identity.
First publish date: 1970
Genre: Young Adult Fiction/YA Contemporary Fiction
Authors: Zilpha Keatley Snyder
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