The Hidden Staircase

magical · mysterious · adventurous · poignant

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What is The Hidden Staircase about?

At Penhallow Hall, Polly and Rex discover Skip, a toy dog that has come to life—but he refuses to wake properly. Polly learns that Skip belonged to two children evacuated to the hall during the Second World War, and that he has been waiting for them ever since. Meanwhile, Polly’s new schoolfriend Lucy is acting strangely. When Lucy disappears after school, Polly follows a clue to where she may be hiding and turns to Skip for help.

About the author

Holly Webb is a popular children's author from the UK, best known for her Animal Stories series. She loves writing about animals and adventure, and her books have been enjoyed by children all over the world. Holly lives with her family and several pets, which often inspire the lovable characters in her stories.