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Surface Tension

By Meg McKinlay
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Surface Tension by Meg McKinlay is a captivating tale that explores themes of friendship and mystery when a young girl uncovers secrets in her town after moving to a house by a newly created dam. As she delves deeper into the town's hidden past, the plot unfolds in a blend of curiosity and suspense, making it a delightful read for children.
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This may appeal to you if you're intrigued by stories that weave elements of mystery and adventure into the everyday life of a child. It explores themes of friendship and courage, as young characters delve into secrets hidden beneath the surface of a newly submerged town. Fans of coming-of-age stories mixed with a hint of suspense might find this an engaging read.

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A compelling coming-of-age mystery for younger readers by multi-award-winning Australian author Meg McKinlay.

On the day Cassie was born, they drowned her town. Twelve years later, she and her classmate Liam are drawn to the man-made lake and the mysteries it hides. As summer heats up and the lake waters become lower and lower, secrets are slowly uncovered.

Can Cassie bring the shocking truth to light before it’s too late?

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Surface Tension by Meg McKinlay offers a richly layered narrative that draws readers in gradually, akin to being submerged in a pool. The story is engaging throughout, with a focus on human connections and whimsical elements, making it appealing to readers of all ages. It is a beautifully atmospheric and well-plotted coming-of-age story, regarded as a real page-turner.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760650483

Publisher: Walker Books Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 July 2019

Country: Australia

Imprint: Walker Books Australia

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 194g

Pages: 224

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Meg McKinlay Young Adult

About the Author

Meg McKinlay grew up in Bendigo, Victoria, in a book-loving, TV- and car-free household. On the long and winding path to becoming a children’s writer, she has worked a variety of jobs including swim instructor, tour guide, translator and teacher. These days, she lives with her family near the ocean in Fremantle and divides her time between teaching and writing, a balance that swings wildly between chaos and calm. She is always busy cooking up more books and you can visit her on the web at www.megmckinlay.com

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