Surfside Girls: The Secret of Danger Point

Name: Surfside Girls: The Secret of Danger Point
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781603094115
Price: 32.0 NZD
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By Kim Dwinell

Series: Surfside Girls

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Summary

Surfside Girls: The Secret of Danger Point by Kim Dwinell is a delightful children's book that follows best friends Sam and Jade as they uncover mysterious events in their beachside town. Their investigation leads them to explore hidden secrets and local legends at Danger Point, all while balancing friendship and the joys of summer. The story blends mystery and adventure with a touch of supernatural excitement.
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Surfside Girls: The Secret of Danger Point

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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

If you have a curious spirit and love mysteries with a touch of the supernatural, this tale of two friends unravelling secrets on a beautiful yet mysterious coastline will capture your imagination. Set against a backdrop of sun, sand, and surf, it blends adventure with friendship, perfect for young readers who enjoy a captivating and visually engaging story.

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Now an Apple Original from Apple TV+!

Sun... sand... and spooky adventures!

Things are getting weird in Surfside. Lately, Samantha's best friend Jade explodes into fits of giggles whenever she sees a boy, and it's throwing a wrench into the kick-back summer of surfing and hanging out that Sam had planned.

But after swimming through a secret underwater cave, Sam starts to... see things. Like ghosts. And pirates. And maybe something even scarier! Can she and Jade get to the bottom of this mystery in time to save their town?

Surfside Girls: The Secret of Danger Point is a thrilling graphic novel adventure that captures the spirit of summer fun with an eerie twist.

2018 Pubwest Design Awards - Silver Winner for Graphic Album, New Material

Series: Surfside Girls

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Surfside Girls: The Secret of Danger Point

Now an Apple Original from Apple TV+! Sun... sand... and spooky adventures! Things are getting weird in Surfside. Lately, Samantha's best friend Jade explodes into fits of giggles whenever she sees a boy, and it's throwing a wrench into the kick-back summer of surfing and hanging out that Sam had planned. But after swimming through a secret underwater cave, Sam...

By Kim Dwinell

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Surfside Girls: The Mystery at the Old Rancho

Sam and Jade are back! Get ready for more ancient mysteries, beautiful beaches, cute boys, and wild adventures in this delightful full-colour graphic novel. Now an Apple Original from Apple TV+! Surfside Girls: The Mystery at the Old Rancho features Sam and Jade exploring more ghostly mysteries, beautiful beaches, cute boys, and wild adventures in this delightful full-colour graphic novel....

By Kim Dwinell

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Surfside Girls: The Secret of Danger Point by Kim Dwinell is praised for its nostalgic appeal, vivid summer setting, and engaging supernatural mystery. The book's illustrations and storytelling capture the essence of an endless summer, with a focus on friendship and adventure. The story is both timeless and suitable for readers of all ages, offering a contemporary twist reminiscent of classic Nancy Drew tales.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781603094115

Publisher: Top Shelf Productions

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 August 2017

Country: United States

Imprint: Top Shelf Productions

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 157.0mm

Height: 230.0mm

Weight: 556g

Pages: 236

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About the Author

Kim Dwinell is an illustrator/animator/graphic novelist who also teaches classes at California State University Long Beach. When she's not working on any of the above, she's running, or out in the ocean on her boat or surfboard, getting one more freckle. She lives on a tree-lined street in Long Beach, California, with her husband, son, and various pets.

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