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The River Charm

By Belinda Murrell
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The River Charm by Belinda Murrell is an engaging tale for children that intertwines family history with a touch of mystery. The story follows a young girl named Millie who finds herself captivated by old family legends. As she delves deeper, alongside her siblings, they uncover the rich history and adventures of their ancestors, enriching their understanding of family and self.
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This enchanting story might captivate you if you enjoy tales of adventure and mystery intertwined with family history. Set in a picturesque historical landscape, it beautifully weaves elements of the past with relatable characters and heartwarming storytelling, making it perfect for young readers with a taste for exploration and discovery.

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The River Charm

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Could I be anything I want to be? What do I want to be? Maybe just ...brave? Could the ghost girl Millie has painted be her own ancestor? The river pebble charm has an astonishing story to tell ...In 1839, Charlotte Atkinson lives on a grand estate with her mamma and her sisters and brother. But after her father dies, things go terribly wrong murderous convicts, marauding bushrangers and a cruel new stepfather. The family flees on horseback to a hut in the wilderness. They must fight to save their property, their independence and even their right to stay together. Will they ever return to their beautiful home? Based on the incredible true-life battles of Belinda Murrell s own ancestors, the Atkinsons of Oldbury.

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The River Charm has been praised for its engaging portrayal of historical fiction, bringing to life the simplicity and challenges of mid-1800s Australia. The author skillfully integrates factual settings and events into lively narratives that make history feel vivid and real.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780857986979

Publisher: Random House Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 February 2015

Country: Australia

Imprint: Random House Australia Children's Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 254g

Pages: 320

Collections

Belinda Murrell Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Penguin Books Young Adult

About the Author

Belinda Murrell has worked as a travel journalist, technical writer, editor and public relations consultant. Her overseas adventures inspired her work as a travel writer for the West Australian newspaper and Out & About With Kids travel magazine. Her work has also appeared in the Sun Herald, Sunday Telegraph and Sydney Morning Herald. While Belinda studied Children's Literature at Macquarie University, her passion for children's books was reignited when she had her own three children and began telling and writing stories for Nick, Emily and Lachlan. Belinda's books include the Sun Sword fantasy trilogy, Scottish timeslip tale The Locket Of Dreams, French Revolution timeslip tale The Ruby Talisman, Australian timeslip tale The Ivory Rose and Australian historical tales The Forgotten Pearl and The River Charm. Belinda is also an author ambassador for Room to Read and Books in Homes.

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