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The Best-Kept Secret
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The award-winning classic by internationally renowned author Emily Rodda.
Beckoning music, gleaming horses, the lure of the carousel. Cecilia says merry-go-rounds are for little kids, but Jo feels there's something mysterious and not at all childish about the carousel that has appeared overnight in Marley Street. There's something odd about the beckoning music, something strange about the gleaming horses. And why are certain people able to gain entrance to the carousel while othersโtry as they willโhave to give up and turn away?
Jo feels she must try to get in. She must buy a ticketโbut will she be leading herself and Cecilia into danger?
The Best-Kept Secret is perfect for readers aged 9 and up.
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The Best-Kept Secret by Emily Rodda is generally praised for its engaging storytelling and enchanting characters, making it a favourite among young readers. Critics often highlight the imaginative world Rodda creates, with intriguing surprises and a sense of mystery that keeps children captivated. The book is commended for its combination of adventure, friendship, and a well-crafted plot.
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ISBN: 9781460753729
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 19 June 2017
Country: Australia
Imprint: HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 9.0mm
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 108g
Pages: 128
About the Author
Emily Rodda's first book, Something Special, was published with Angus & Robertson in 1984. It marked the beginning of a career that has seen her become one of the most successful, prolific and versatile writers in Australia. Since then, Emily has written or co-authored over ninety books for children. Her children's books range from picture books to YA novels, and include the award-winning Rowan of Rin series as well as the outstandingly successful Deltora Quest fantasy series. A full-time writer since 1994, Emily has won the Children's Book Council of Australia Book of the Year award a record five times and seems to instinctively know what children want to read.
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