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'A fast-paced, action-packed story of how the past catches up to us, from bestselling and award-winning author Fleur Ferris.
'When Ben is dumped with his country relatives for the holidays, he starts counting down the days until it's over, hating every second.
'But Ben's stay takes a sharp turn when he comes across his great-great grandfather's journal - the final entry being from one hundred years ago, right after he was shot.
'With his cousin, Josh, Ben starts unravelling mysteries, lies and shocking crimes. Can the two boys beat the odds to resolve a century of bad blood between two families? A dangerous treasure hunt could hold the answers - or it could be a journey from which there is no return ...' (Publication summary)
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Awards
- 2023 longlisted Davitt Award — Best Children's Novel
- 2023 winner Davitt Award — Best Young Adult Book
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