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A modern ghost story from the Booker Prize winning author, now in paperback. A classic family novel which appeals to a wide readership, including children, parents and teachers. Mary is 12, and her beloved grandmother is dying. Then the ghost of Granny's long-dead mammy appears to help her say goodbye, and to take them all on a road trip to the past. Ages: 10+
Synopsis
12 year old Mary's beloved grandmother is near the end of her life. Letting go is hard - until Granny's long-dead mammy appears at Mary's door, returning to help her dying daughter say goodbye. But first she needs to take them all on a visit to the past. A sharp and tender tale of family history and the bonds between mothers and daughters.