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When her mother takes her to Japan, eleven-year-old Hannah would much rather be back in Australia starting secondary school with her friends. While staying in Japan, Hannah and her new friend Miki discover an ancient message hidden in Miki's family's stationery shop, which draws them into solving a mysterious riddle. The girls encounter puzzling events, including strange occurrences at a bean festival and an ominous woman at a local shrine.
Quick Summary
Set in the vibrant streets of Japan, this story weaves together a girl uprooted from her life in Australia with a centuries-old mystery hidden in a tiny stationery shop, creating a page-turner that feels like a cultural treasure hunt. Kids will fall in love with the unexpected friendship between Hannah and Miki as they decipher clues that connect past to present, all while navigating the ups and downs of feeling like an outsider in a brand new world. If your kid loves mystery puzzles and cross-cultural adventures Like the Willow Tree: The Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth Young Girl: The Definitive Edition of a Young Girl: The Definitive Edition Lydia Amelia Pierce Westing Game, they'll absolutely devour this hidden gem. This book is perfect for kids in grades 4 through 7 who enjoy solving riddles while exploring places they've never been.