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Portraits of Celina
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy suspenseful young adult novels with a touch of mystery and a supernatural twist. It delves into themes of family secrets, personal growth, and the haunting echoes of the past, making it a gripping read for fans of emotionally complex stories.
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A haunting and page-turning classic from an award-winning author.
It’s as if the wooden chest is luring me, urging me to open it – daring me almost. Open me up. Look inside. Come on, just for a second; it won’t hurt.
Celina O’Malley was sixteen years old when she disappeared. Now, almost forty years later, Bayley is living in Celina’s old house, sleeping in the same room, wearing her clothes and, most strangely, hearing her voice. What does Celina want with Bayley?
But Bayley has her own problems. She’s dealing with her father’s death, the move to a new town, and her family falling to pieces around her. Bayley needs to solve the mystery of Celina before it’s all too late.
A ghost story. A love story. A story of revenge.
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Sue Whiting has expertly captured the tumultuous experience of being a teenager, blending it with an engaging murder mystery and the excitement of first love. Reviews commend the book's captivating storyline and suspenseful narrative, highlighting its appeal to young readers, especially girls aged thirteen to seventeen. The atmospheric Australian setting contributes to its gothic charm, offering an engrossing blend of supernatural and dramatic elements, particularly suited for fans of horror and mystery.
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ISBN: 9781760658151
Publisher: Walker Books Australia
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 September 2023
Country: Australia
Imprint: Walker Books Australia
Audience: Teenage
DIMENSIONS
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 239g
Pages: 352
About the Author
Sue Whiting is an award-winning children’s and YA author, editor and former primary school teacher. Sue writes for many age groups, from picture books through to YA, including the bestselling Missing, the acclaimed The Book of Chance and several CBCA Notable Books. Sue’s latest books are Tilda a historical novel for readers 10+ and the second book in her middle grade fiction series, Pearly and Pig and the Lost City of Mu Savan. As a storyteller and schools’ performer, Sue has informed, inspired and entertained thousands of kids across the country. Sue is passionate about the power of story and is an advocate for reading and writing for pleasure.
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