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The Book of Living Secrets

By Michael Berry, Common Sense Media Reviewer

age 13+

Spunky teen time travelers get lost in a good bad book.

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age 13+

Based on 1 parent review

age 13+

Living secret

There has never been any other story or movie series that has sent me on such an emotional roller coaster. The series truly fills in empty spots in your life and maybe even replaces ones. this could be either a good or bad thing. Great story!

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Readers often dream of being carried off into their favorite settings, and this clever and eerie horror story explores the dangers of literary obsession. Author Madeleine Roux creates a solid horror tale that emphasizes the power of friendship. The young women find little that is as expected on their journey, providing surprising twists for the reader's enjoyment and keeping the level of suspense high. Creepy fun with a literary twist.

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