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The Ghost of Grania O'Malley

By Michael Morpurgo

Adjectives

inspirational adventurous heartwarming

Genres

Adventure Historical Fiction Friendship/Family

Synopsis

Ten-year-old Jessie, who has cerebral palsy, dreams of climbing the Big Hill on Clare Island. With the unexpected help of her American cousin, Jake, and the spirited ghost of 16th-century pirate queen Grania O'Malley, Jessie embarks on a daring adventure. Together, they strive to protect their beloved island from developers intent on mining the hill for gold, discovering courage and friendship along the way.

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

192 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

1996

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