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This Camp is Doomed: A Dennith Grange Misadventure

By Anna Zobel
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This Camp is Doomed: A Dennith Grange Misadventure by Anna Zobel is an engaging children's book that follows the misadventures of young campers at a seemingly idyllic summer camp. As the campers settle in, they begin to notice strange occurrences and looming mysteries that suggest an underlying danger. With a mix of humour and suspense, the story captures their attempts to solve the puzzling happenings and ensure a safe summer experience.
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You might enjoy this whimsical and adventurous tale if you love humorous stories set in mysterious places, featuring a lively cast of characters. Perfect for young readers, it blends elements of mystery and magic with delightful misadventures, keeping you entertained from beginning to end.

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A deliciously spooky mystery that will have readers giggling one minute and gasping with shock the next.
SUE WHITING, author of the Pearly and Pig series

A run-down camp in the woods.

No phone reception.

Ten students with untested powers...

Celine is seeing conspiracies everywhere. Fionn has a bad premonition about the colour blue. Mr Berg is horrified at the camp's questionable safety standards. Something is definitely not right at Camp Buttress.

This hilarious and quirky new novel by Anna Zobel will keep you guessing as the students and their teachers try to solve the mystery – and survive.

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This Camp is Doomed: A Dennith Grange Misadventure by Anna Zobel has been praised for its engaging and imaginative plot, filled with humour and adventure that captivates young readers. The characters are well-developed and relatable, giving readers a sense of connection and empathy. The book’s pace and entertaining narrative have been highlighted, making it an exciting read for children.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781761047565

Publisher: Penguin Random House Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 29 August 2023

Country: Australia

Imprint: Puffin

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 131.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 284g

Pages: 320

Collections

Anna Zobel Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Penguin Books Young Adult Young Adult Mystery & Thriller

About the Author

Anna Zobel lives in Melbourne's west with her partner and their chatty cat Harriet. When she's not writing or illustrating, Anna enjoys a variety of stimulating hobbies including reading, gardening, and eating. She is inspired by the children she has encountered as a babysitter, after-school care assistant and teacher, and strives to represent them in her work.

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