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The Haunting

By Margaret Mahy

Adjectives

mysterious engaging atmospheric

Genres

Fantasy Mystery Horror/Spooky

Synopsis

Eight-year-old Barney Palmer begins experiencing unsettling supernatural occurrences, including ghostly footsteps and a commanding voice. With the support of his sisters, Tabitha and Troy, he delves into their family's hidden past to uncover the source of these hauntings. Together, they confront a legacy that could be either a curse or a rare gift.

About the author

Margaret Mahy was a wonderful writer from New Zealand who imagined magical stories for children. She is famous for books such as 'The Haunting' and 'The Man Whose Mother Was a Pirate.' Margaret loved exploring fantasy and adventure, and her stories have delighted readers all over the world for many years.

Pages

144 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

1992

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