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Ghostlines

By Katya Balen

Adjectives

atmospheric heartfelt adventurous poignant

Genres

Adventure Friendship/Family Feelings/Wellbeing

Synopsis

On the remote island of Ayrie, Tilda cherishes her close-knit community and the unchanging beauty of her home. When Albie, a reserved newcomer, arrives, Tilda is eager to share Ayrie's wonders. To win him over, she proposes a forbidden trip to a nearby, supposedly haunted island. Their perilous journey uncovers hidden truths and tests their budding friendship, leading them to confront personal ghosts and discover the true meaning of belonging.

About the author

Katya Balen is a brilliant author who writes heartfelt and imaginative stories for children. She is well known for her award-winning book 'October, October', which follows a girl living in the woods. Katya loves exploring nature and often includes themes of friendship and adventure in her books, making them exciting and moving to read.

Pages

304 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2025

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