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Size: 6 x 9
Pages: 124
Illustrations:
Susan Diamond Riley
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"Buckle up for some lowcountry adventure: a spooky mystery seasoned with history dug straight out of the pluff mud and saltwater shore of Hilton Head island! Tremendous fun."—AJ Hartley, New York Times bestselling author of Steeplejack and Cathedrals of Glass
"In this debut novel for children, Susan Diamond Riley braids together an intriguing mystery, two determined young siblings, an appreciation of Civil War history, and a deep love of Hilton Head Island. The result will appeal to mystery lovers, history buffs of all ages, and anyone who enjoys spending time on the beautiful South Carolina coast."—Mark I. West, Editor of RISE: A Children's Literacy Journal
"What do you get when you put together a couple of young sleuths, the remains of a skeleton, a cantankerous pirate, a Civil War secret, a possible ghost, and a head-scratching puzzle to solve? That's what you'll find in The Sea Island's Secret, a fast-paced and rollicking mystery that will keep you turning pages till the very end and learning some history on the way!"—Cassandra King, New York Times bestselling author of Moonrise
"The Sea Island's Secret is a non-stop adventure that starts with the harrowing discovery of a skull buried in mud. The plot is expertly interwoven with Charleston Lowcountry history and favorite places for visitors and locals. This book is a best bet for children's historical fiction."—Fran Hawk, author of The H. L. Hunley Submarine
"Susan Diamond Riley's debut novel offers history, mystery, and nonstop adventure... thoroughly entertaining while educating readers about the Civil War, Hilton Head Island, and interpersonal relationships. Middle grade readers with siblings will feel an instant connection to the love, and bickering, that Delta and Jax share as they unearth clues and fit together pieces of their Civil War puzzle... an enjoyable adventure for readers of almost any age."—RISE
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