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The Girl who Wasn't There

By Karen McCombie

A spooky school friendship turns puzzling when Kat appears in a decades-old photograph.

mysterious · engaging · atmospheric

Genres

Mystery Friendship/Family Horror/Spooky

What is The Girl who Wasn't There about?

Maisie moves into a Victorian school where her dad is the new caretaker. Struggling to make friends, she spots a girl's face in the tower window. Her classmates reveal it's the ghost of a former pupil. Maisie befriends Kat, an outsider like herself. Together, they uncover a tin box with old photos, including one of a girl who looks exactly like Kat. Now, they must unravel the mystery of Kat's true identity and the school's haunting past.

About the author

Karen McCombie is a popular author from Scotland who has written over 90 books for children. She is best known for her fun and heartfelt stories like the 'Ally's World' series. Karen loves cats, chocolate, and creating characters that readers can relate to. Her books are enjoyed by children all around the world.

Pages

247 pages

This edition

2014

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