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The Ghost of Grania O'Malley

By Michael Morpurgo

Adjectives

adventurous inspiring heartfelt engaging

Genres

Adventure Historical Fiction Friendship/Family

Synopsis

Ten-year-old Jessie, who has cerebral palsy, and her American cousin, Jack, are determined to save the Big Hill on Clare Island from destruction by gold-seeking developers. With the unexpected help of the ghost of Grania O'Malley, the legendary pirate queen, they embark on a daring mission to protect their beloved island.

About the author

Michael Morpurgo is a much-loved British author who has written over a hundred books for children. He is best known for his story 'War Horse', which was made into a play and a film. Michael often writes about animals and adventures, inspiring children to imagine exciting worlds and discover the magic of stories.

Pages

224 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2007

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