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The Paradise TrapNovel
Catherine Jinksstandalone novel2011
Tense in tone, about survival.
“Eleven-year-old Marcus is spending a week at the beach with his mother in a tiny old travel trailer, but boredom turns to terror when a new friend discovers a cellar that has magical doors through which people keep disappearing.”
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The Ever BreathNovel
Julianna Baggottstandalone novel2009
Whimsical in tone.
“Follow the secret passageway . . . and discover the magic!In a world where locust fairies flutter and firebreathers burst from snowbanks, two children are having the adventure of their lives.”
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No Passengers Beyond This PointNovel
Gennifer Choldenkostandalone novel2011
About found family.
“Fantastical adventures of three siblings as they travel to visit their uncle in Colorado.”
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House of SecretsSeries
series3 books2013
Adventure.
“Rights to the book were sold in 12 foreign territories.”
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100 CupboardsSeries
series4 books2007
Set in secondary world.
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Un Lun DunNovel
China Miévillestandalone novel2007
About chosen one and coming of age, set in big city.
“The title is derived from 'UnLondon,' the name of the alternate realm where the book is set.”
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