The Garden of Lost Secrets

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The Garden of Lost Secrets

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October, 1916. Clara is sent to stay with her formidable aunt and uncle in the grounds of a country estate. Clara soon discovers that her new surroundings hold secrets: a locked room and a hidden key, and a mysterious boy who only appears in the gardens at night... But can Clara face up to her own secrets, and a war she's desperate to forget?

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The Garden of Lost Secrets by Am Howell

Secrets, mystery and bravery meet in this bestselling, gripping historical adventure, from critically-acclaimed Ann-Marie Howell. OCTOBER, 1916. Clara has been sent to stay with her aunt and uncle while England is at war. But when she reaches their cottage on an enormous country estate, Clara is plunged into a tangle of secrets... A dark, locked room, a scheming thief, and a mysterious boy who only appears at night. Clara has a secret of her own too - a terrible one about her brother, fighting in the war. And as the secrets turn to danger, Clara must find the courage to save herself, and those around her... 'Fans of Emma Carroll will adore this historical tale of derring-do and righted wrongs' The Times, Children's Book of the Week
A touching story about courage and friendship* The Daily Telegraph *
An impressive debut with a gripping plot as well as authentic historical detail. * The Daily Mail *
Atmospheric, full of period detail and, most importantly, thrilling. * The i *
I loved this debut novel… Fans of Emma Carroll will adore this historical tale of derring-do and righted wrongs. * The Times *
Crammed with mystery and secrets against the backdrop of war. * The Bookseller *
A.M. Howell has always been inspired by the stories around her, and how imagination can unlock the secrets of the past. Her thrilling historical mysteries have garnered great critical acclaim, winning both the Mal Peet Children's Book Award, and the East Anglian Book of the Year Award, as well as being shortlisted for lots of other prizes. A.M. Howell lives in Suffolk with her husband and two sons.
SKU GOR009934820
ISBN 13 9781474959551
ISBN 10 1474959555
Title The Garden of Lost Secrets
Author Am Howell
Condition very good
Binding type Paperback
Publisher Usborne Publishing Ltd
Year published 2019-06-13
Number of pages 304
Prizes Short-listed for Crimefest Book Awards 2020 (UK), Short-listed for James Reckitt Hull Children’s Book Award 2020 (UK), Short-listed for Cranleigh School's Awesome Book Awards 2021 (UK)
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
Note This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us