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The Secret of Killimooin
First published 1992 · 192 pages
A classic summer holiday transforms into a thrilling, myth-tinged expedition of friendship and bravery.
What it feels like
Reading this book feels like stepping into the ultimate childhood summer fantasy, where a simple holiday among lakes and mountains inevitably gives way to thrilling, myth-tinged danger. The atmosphere shifts seamlessly from the bright, sunlit anticipation of exploring a new land with close friends to the eerie, shadow-draped mystery of ruined temples and whispered legends. It moves at a brisk, energetic pace, pulling the reader along on a journey defined by camaraderie and courage. The prose is accessible and earnest, perfectly calibrated to keep young adventurers turning pages as the stakes rise. It is a story that delights anyone looking for a classic, spirited tale of intrepid companions banding together to face down robbers and uncover ancient secrets.
- Mood
- mysterious
- thrilling
- eerie
- sun-drenched
- Tone
- earnest
- exciting
- adventurous
- wonder-filled
- Pace
- brisk
- Themes
- power of friendship · summer exploration · courage in danger · uncovering mysteries
- The writing
- Accessible and energetic, designed to pull young readers swiftly from one exciting discovery to the next.
- The arc
- Moves from the bright anticipation of a summer holiday into the thrilling tension of a dangerous, myth-tinged mystery.
- Who it's for
- Young readers who love classic tales of intrepid friends exploring secret-filled landscapes.
Content notes
- perilous situations
- criminal threats
About the book
An exciting invitation to spend the summer in Baronia, the home of Prince Paul, takes Mike, Peggy, Nora and Jack to a land of lakes and mountains, where statues in a ruined temple are said to come alive. When they encounter a band of robbers, the friends find themselves on a dangerous adventure.
Description from Open Library.
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