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Description
There is a mystery about Kate's family. Her two elder brothers, her grandmother, her new friend Anna and her missing father all have a part to play in Kate's search to fit the jigsaw pieces of past and present to find a new picture for the future.
Quick Summary
If you enjoy stories about family secrets and figuring out the past, this one's worth picking up. Kate discovers there are mysteries about her family particularly about her missing father that only start to make sense when she and her friend Anna dig deeper into old stories and clues. The story weaves between past and present as Kate pieces together fragments left behind by her grandmother and brothers, creating something new from what came before. It's a thoughtful, sometimes funny read that balances genuine mystery with warm family moments, and Pearce has a way of making you feel like you're solving the puzzle right alongside Kate. Kids who loved The Westing Game or enjoy stories where they can try to figure things out before the main character will find plenty to enjoy here. Parents will appreciate that it feels more like a cozy, gently puzzling adventure than anything too scary or intense, though younger readers might still find themselves holding their breath during the more suspenseful moments.