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Hollis Barton, May

Softcover

ISBN 10: 9375368017 ISBN 13: 9789375368014

Publisher: Alpha Edition, 2025

Synopsis

A hush falls over the lake at dusk, broken only by the distant laughter of girls and the whisper of secrets carried on the breeze. Beneath the orderly surface of a girls' boarding school, a mystery stirs-one that draws three friends into a web of hidden clues and unspoken fears. Set against the evocative backdrop of an early twentieth-century school by the water's edge, this story captures the spirit of youthful courage and the thrill of the unknown. The narrative unfolds within the close-knit world of Laurel Hall, where friendships are forged in shared confidences and daring escapades. The girls' camaraderie is tested as they navigate the delicate balance between school traditions, personal loyalties, and the tantalising enigma that haunts the lake. With every shadowed corridor and moonlit gathering, the sense of anticipation grows, inviting readers to immerse themselves in a world where every gesture and glance might hold the key to the puzzle. This is more than a simple school story for girls; it is a coming of age tale that resonates with the universal themes of trust, perseverance, and the search for truth. The suspense is heightened by the setting itself-a boarding school fiction landscape alive with whispered rumours and the ever-present lure of adventure. As the mystery deepens, the bonds of friendship are both tested and strengthened, offering a nuanced portrait of girlhood at a time when independence and curiosity were quietly revolutionary. Collectors and enthusiasts of early 20th century girls fiction will find in these pages a rare example of the girls adventure book and lake mystery novel traditions, brought to life with warmth and precision. The enduring appeal of the girls school novel lies in its ability to blend intrigue with the joys and challenges of adolescence, making it as engaging for today's readers as for those of generations past. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure.

Edition details

• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 9375368017
• ISBN 13: 9789375368014
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 126