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Still Water

Name: Still Water
ISBN: 9781911370116

By Chris Priestley

Rosie’s wartime escape turns terrifying when a forbidden pond reveals a girl with a deadly secret.

chilling suspenseful engaging

Genres

Horror/Spooky Historical Fiction

What is Still Water about?

During World War II, young Rosie is evacuated from London to the countryside, where she is taken in by Mrs Taylor and her daughter Mary. However, Mary resents Rosie and bullies her, while Mrs Taylor harbours a dark secret. Seeking solace, Rosie discovers a mysterious girl swimming in a forbidden pond. Their encounter unveils a chilling revelation with terrifying consequences.

About the author

Chris Priestley is a talented British author and illustrator, best known for his spooky and thrilling stories for young readers. His popular 'Tales of Terror' series is loved by many children who enjoy a good scare. Chris uses his imagination to create mysterious adventures that make reading exciting and fun.

Pages

120 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

2019

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